B2nounbusinessfood
US/ˈkeɪ.tər.ər/
UK/ˈkeɪ.tər.ə/
a person or company that provides food and drink for events such as parties and meetings
In context
We hired a caterer to prepare lunch for two hundred guests at the conference.
The caterer will arrive at ten o'clock to set up the buffet.
Please tell the caterer about any food allergies before the event.
Words that go with caterer
verb + noun
- hire a catererThey hired a caterer for the wedding reception.
- contact the catererContact the caterer to confirm the menu.
adjective + noun
- local catererA local caterer supplied the sandwiches.
- professional catererA professional caterer can handle large events.
noun + preposition
- caterer forShe is the caterer for all our company parties.