B1nouneducationfood
US/kænˈtiːn/
UK/kænˈtiːn/
a place in a school, factory or office where people can buy and eat meals
In context
We usually have lunch in the company canteen on weekdays.
The school canteen serves hot meals at a low price.
Let’s meet at the canteen after the morning meeting.
Words that go with canteen
noun + noun
- school canteenThe school canteen is always crowded at noon.
- company canteenThe company canteen offers a vegetarian option every day.
- canteen foodCanteen food is cheap, but the menu rarely changes.
- canteen staffThe canteen staff start work at six in the morning.
verb + preposition
- eat in the canteenMost staff eat in the canteen to save money.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
go to the canteen for buying a drinkCorrect: go to the canteen to buy a drink