Definition of "dinette" [dinette]

• A nook or alcove located in or near a kitchen and used for informal meals. (noun)
• The table and chairs used to furnish such an area. (noun)

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• "That time the young soldier wanted to know if a case under the dinette was a camera."
• "The only space for it is under the dinette, which is obviously not ideal, but because it's covered, it's tolerable."
• "The only window is in the dining room (aptly called dinette)."