Waitress Definition & Meaning

waitress
noun
  1. a woman waiter
verb
  1. serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant; "I'm waiting on tables at Maxim's"

"Waitress" in song lyrics

See how waitress is used in real songs:

  • "Pull it from the money clip, a tip for the waitress"
    Apathy — The Buck Stops Here
  • "When I'm at the House I even mumble at the waitress"
    Devo Spice f/ Worm Quartet — Nothin' But a Geek Thang
  • "Heard he reckless, out of state cases when he shot a waitress"
    Fes Taylor f/ Lon Dini — I Had a Dream

Usage tips for "waitress"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "waitress" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for waitress to find words that pair well.

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