buffet buffet /bəˈfeɪ/

noun

1. () A piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers  ( sideboard , buffet , counter )
   a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers
   
   
2. Usually inexpensive bar  ( buffet , snack bar , snack counter )
   usually inexpensive bar
    The snack bar was a great on-the-go treat
   The snack bar was a great on-the-go treat
   
3. A meal set out on a buffet at which guests help themselves  ( buffet )
   a meal set out on a buffet at which guests help themselves
    The hotel's breakfast buffet was full of delicious choices
   The hotel's breakfast buffet was full of delicious choices
   
   

verb

1. () Strike against forcefully  ( knock about , batter , buffet )
   strike against forcefully
    Winds buffeted the tent
   Winds buffeted the tent
   
2. Strike, beat repeatedly  ( buffet , buff )
   strike, beat repeatedly
    The wind buffeted him
   The wind buffeted him