canteen

• Nom désignant un récipient portable pour transporter de l'eau, un lieu où l'on vend de la nourriture et des boissons dans une institution, ou une salle de repos sur un site.

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.

   Gourde

   • 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.

   Synonymesbottleflaskwater bottle

2. Institutional shopA2formal

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

   Cantine institutionnelle

   • 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.

   Synonymescafeteriacommissarysnack bartuck shop

3. Outdoor restaurantB1formalbritish

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

   Restaurant de plein air (militaire ou public)

   • 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.

   Synonymescafeteriaeaterykiosksnack bar

4. Recreation roomB2formalbritish

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

   salle commune, salle de détente

   • 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.

   Synonymescommon roomloungerec roomrecreation room

5. Factory restaurantA2formal

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

   Cantine d'entreprise

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

   Synonymescafeteriadining-halllunchroommess hallrefectorysnack bar