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deli

 

[ ˈdɛli ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food

A shop or a part of a shop where food is sold, usually different types of cheeses, cooked meats, and salads.

Synonyms

delicatessen, food store

Examples of usage

  • Let's go to the deli and pick up some sandwiches for lunch.
  • I bought some olives from the deli for the party.
Context #2 | Noun

transport

A small truck or van used for delivering goods, especially food.

Synonyms

delivery truck, delivery van

Examples of usage

  • The deli van arrived with our grocery order.
  • The deli driver dropped off our catering order.
Context #3 | Noun

British

A small shop, especially in a village or rural area, selling groceries and other provisions.

Synonyms

corner shop, grocery store

Examples of usage

  • I popped into the village deli for some milk and bread.
  • The deli on the corner has the best selection of local produce.

Translations

Translations of the word "deli" in other languages:

🇵🇹 delicatessen

🇮🇳 डेली

🇩🇪 Feinkostgeschäft

🇮🇩 toko makanan lezat

🇺🇦 делікатес

🇵🇱 delikatesy

🇯🇵 デリカテッセン

🇫🇷 épicerie fine

🇪🇸 tienda de delicatessen

🇹🇷 şarküteri

🇰🇷 델리

🇸🇦 متجر الأطعمة الفاخرة

🇨🇿 lahůdkářství

🇸🇰 lahôdky

🇨🇳 熟食店

🇸🇮 delikatesa

🇮🇸 sælkeraverslun

🇰🇿 дәмхана

🇬🇪 დელიკატესი

🇦🇿 delikates

🇲🇽 tienda de delicatessen

Word origin

The word 'deli' is short for 'delicatessen', which comes from German 'delikatessen' meaning 'delicacies' or 'fine foods'. The concept of a deli originated in Germany and spread to other countries, evolving to encompass a variety of food-related meanings. In the United States, delis are popular for their sandwiches, while in the UK, delis are often small neighborhood shops. The term 'deli' has become a common part of food culture worldwide.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,482, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.