bistro
noun
bis·tro
ˈbē-(ˌ)strō 
ˈbi-
ˈbi-
plural bistros
1
: a small or unpretentious restaurant
2
a
: a small bar or tavern
b
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Examples of bistro in a Sentence
a bistro in Paris that serves veal chops and hearty stews
a section of the city populated with casual bistros offering entertainment to suit nearly every taste
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Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2024
This three-piece wicker bistro set includes weather-resistant chairs, fade-resistant cushions, and a round table to create an inviting seating area for smaller decks.
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Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2024
This three-piece wicker bistro set includes weather-resistant chairs, fade-resistant cushions, and a round table to create an inviting seating area for smaller decks.
—Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 10 May 2024
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“Bistro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bistro. Accessed 23 May. 2024.
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bistro
noun
bis·tro
ˈbēs-(ˌ)trō
ˈbis-
ˈbis-
: a small or modest restaurant
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