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American English, 1920s.
Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
greasy spoon
Today it means: An inexpensive diner or other informal restaurant, especially one specializing in frying or grilling. Full definition →
Today it means: An inexpensive diner or other informal restaurant, especially one specializing in frying or grilling. Full definition →
American English, 1920s.
Etymology from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.