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bartender

[bahr-ten-der] / ˈbɑrˌtɛn dər /
NOUN
one who serves drinks at a bar
Synonyms
STRONGEST
barkeep barkeeper mixologist tapster
STRONG
alewife barmaid barman publican tapper taverner victualler
WEAK
boniface butler soda jerk steward vintner


Example Sentences

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Unsure of his creative and professional roles, Nick is living back home with his parents while he LARPs, bartends and tries unsuccessfully to write a screenplay.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2025

She bartends, her hair in often-changing, lollipop-bright shades.

From Salon • Sep. 29, 2022

Nunez — himself a musician who often performs, emcees and bartends at his club — isn’t sure whether limited-capacity shows will be financially viable either.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 19, 2020

Jamison, who bartends a few nights a week, also cites his wife’s carrot cake and other desserts as big hits.

From Washington Times • Oct. 6, 2018

Kirk is paid $2.13 an hour when she bartends.

From The Guardian • Sep. 28, 2017



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