salver

Meanings

• noun

  A shallow dish or tray, often having a lid, used to serve food or drinks.

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Variants

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salver , salvers

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Etymology

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The word 'salver' originates from the Old French word 'salver', meaning 'to save' or 'to preserve'. In the context of a serving dish, it likely refers to the preservation of food or drink.

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Trivia

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1. A salver is often used in the context of formal dining or tea ceremonies.

2. The word 'salver' is also used in the medical field to refer to a flat, shallow dish used to hold a patient's food during surgery.

3. In some cultures, it is considered good manners to cover the salver with a lid or napkin when not in use to keep the food warm and fresh.

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Related Concepts

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1. platter: A large, flat dish used for serving food. While a salver is typically shallow and often has a lid, a platter is flat and open.

2. tray: A flat, usually shallow container used for carrying or serving food or other items. A salver is a type of tray, but it is typically used specifically for serving food or drinks.

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Culture

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In literature, the salver is often used as a symbol of hospitality and generosity. For instance, in the novel 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen, Mrs. Bennet serves tea on a salver to her guests. In art, the salver is depicted in various still-life paintings as a symbol of elegance and refinement.

How to Memorize "salver"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize a salver, imagine a shallow dish or tray with a lid. Picture yourself serving food or drinks on it.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'salver' with the idea of hospitality and serving food or drinks.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Salver: Save And Lovingly Serve Elegant Recipes' to remember the definition of a salver.

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