Tray: meaning, definitions and examples

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tray

[ treɪ ]

^{Context #1}

serving food

A flat, shallow container with a raised edge used for carrying or holding food, drinks, or other items.

Synonyms

dish, plate, platter

Examples of usage

I carried the drinks to the table on a tray.
She brought out a tray of cookies for us to enjoy.

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office

A small, flat surface on a desk used for holding papers, pens, and other office supplies.

Synonyms

organizer, shelf, stand

Examples of usage

He organized his pens and papers neatly on the tray on his desk.
The tray on her desk was overflowing with sticky notes and documents.

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serve

To serve or carry something on a tray.

Synonyms

carry, deliver, serve

Examples of usage

The waiter trayed the drinks to the customers.
She trayed the appetizers around the room during the party.

Translations

Translations of the word "tray" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bandeja

🇮🇳 ट्रे

🇩🇪 Tablett

🇮🇩 nampan

🇺🇦 лоток

🇵🇱 taca

🇯🇵 トレイ

🇫🇷 plateau

🇪🇸 bandeja

🇹🇷 tepsi

🇰🇷 쟁반

🇸🇦 صينية

🇨🇿 tác

🇸🇰 tácka

🇨🇳 托盘

🇸🇮 pladenj

🇮🇸 bakka

🇰🇿 науа

🇬🇪 ლანგარი

🇦🇿 sini

🇲🇽 bandeja

Word origin

The word 'tray' originated from the Old English word 'trea', which meant a wooden vessel or dish. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to a flat, shallow container with a raised edge for carrying or holding items. Trays have been used for centuries in various cultures for serving food, drinks, or organizing workspaces. The modern concept of a tray as a functional and decorative item has made it a versatile tool in homes, offices, and restaurants.