Deli: meaning, definitions and examples
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deli
[ ˈdɛli ]
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.
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.
British
A small shop, especially in a village or rural area, selling groceries and other provisions.
Synonyms
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.