pizzeria

noun

piz·​ze·​ria ˌpēt-sə-ˈrē-ə How to pronounce pizzeria (audio)
: an establishment where pizzas are made or sold

Examples of pizzeria in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The original recipe has a thinner, shallower crust than many versions from today’s pizzerias, and making it at home may be the only way to taste it. Eric Kim, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 May 2024 The Silos, Morgan Hill: Ross Hanson, owner of the popular Oak & Rye artisanal pizzeria in Los Gatos, says work is coming along nicely on his new place called The Silos in the historic Granary District on Depot Street. Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 20 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for pizzeria 

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Word History

Etymology

Italian, from pizza

First Known Use

circa 1912, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pizzeria was circa 1912

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“Pizzeria.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pizzeria. Accessed 28 May. 2024.

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pizzeria

noun
piz·​ze·​ria ˌpēt-sə-ˈrē-ə How to pronounce pizzeria (audio)
: an establishment where pizzas are made or sold

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