platter

noun

plat·​ter ˈpla-tər 

1

a

: a large plate used especially for serving meat

b

: plate sense 3c(2)

2

: a phonograph record

platterful

ˈpla-tər-ˌfu̇l 

noun

Phrases

on a platter

: without effort : very easily

can have the presidency on a platter

—Jonathan Daniels

Examples of platter in a Sentence

large platters of hot turkey and ham

The chicken platter comes with fries and coleslaw.

She ordered the seafood platter.

Recent Examples on the Web

All are hoppy and not too heavy—perfect for pairing with game day apps, a burger, or a platter of wings. —Sarah Felbin, SELF, 14 Jan. 2025

Transfer to a large platter, and sprinkle evenly with orange segments and remaining 1/4 cup each cherries, almonds, and cheese. —Liz Mervosh, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2025

Try It With: Mezze platters or flatbreads for a Mediterranean twist. —Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025

Meanwhile, transfer the vegetables and pan juices to a platter. —Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 31 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English plater, from Anglo-French, from plat plate

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

platter

noun

plat·​ter ˈplat-ər 

1

: a large plate used especially for serving meat

2

: a phonograph record