canteen

• Sustantivo que designa un recipiente para llevar agua, un establecimiento donde se sirven comidas y bebidas en una institución, o una sala de descanso en un lugar de trabajo.

A noun referring to a container for carrying water, a place where food and drinks are sold at an institution, or a recreation room in a facility.

1. Water containerB1formal

   A portable container for carrying water or other drinks, typically used by soldiers, hikers, or travelers.

   Cantimplora

   • The soldier filled his canteen before the long march.
   • Hikers always carry a canteen to stay hydrated on the trail.
   • He took a sip from his metal canteen during the break.

   Sinónimosbottleflaskwater bottle

2. Institutional shopA2formal

   A small shop or stall within a school, military base, or other institution that sells food, drinks, and personal items.

   cantina institucional

   • The students bought snacks from the school canteen.
   • The army canteen sells basic toiletries and uniforms.
   • She works at the canteen on the university campus.

   Sinónimoscafeteriacommissarysnack bartuck shop

3. Outdoor restaurantB1formalbritish

   A simple restaurant or food stall, often located outdoors, serving meals to soldiers, police officers, or the general public.

   cantina al aire libre

   • The police officers ate lunch at the canteen near the station.
   • There is a canteen by the barracks that serves hot meals.
   • The outdoor canteen was popular among the workers.

   Sinónimoscafeteriaeaterykiosksnack bar

4. Recreation roomB2formalbritish

   A common room or lounge in an institution where people can relax, socialize, or engage in leisure activities.

   sala de recreo

   • The soldiers gathered in the canteen to play cards.
   • The canteen has a television and board games for residents.
   • They held a small party in the institution's canteen.

   Sinónimoscommon roomloungerec roomrecreation room

5. Factory restaurantA2formal

   A dining area or cafeteria within a factory or workplace where employees can eat meals.

   Cantina de fábrica

   • The factory canteen serves lunch at noon.
   • Workers take their break in the canteen.
   • The canteen offers a variety of hot and cold dishes.

   Sinónimoscafeteriadining-halllunchroommess hallrefectorysnack bar