What is another word for automat?

Pronunciation: [ˈɔːtəmˌat] (IPA)

Automat is a term used to describe a self-service eatery where customers insert coins or tokens into a machine that dispenses prepared food and drinks. However, there are many other synonyms that can be used to describe an automat or similar self-service establishments. One of them is "vending machine," which refers to a machine that sells goods such as snacks and drinks. Another synonym is "kiosk," which may sell food, magazines, tickets, or other products or services. "Vending booth," "vend stand," and "food capsule" are other suitable alternatives for the term automat. Additionally, some people refer to these establishments as "do-it-yourself restaurants" or "self-serve cafes".

Synonyms for Automat:

What are the hypernyms for Automat?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Automat?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Automat

I'd lunched luxurious on an egg sandwich and a war doughnut that Vincent had brought up to me from the arcade automat, and I'd 'phoned Vee that I might not be out home until the 11:13, when in blows this potty party with the poison ivy leaves on his shoulder straps and demands to see Mr. Ellins at once.
"Torchy and Vee"
Sewell Ford
The number was: "2 B R 0 2 B." It was the telephone number of an institution whose fanciful sobriquets included: "automat," "Birdland," "Cannery," "Catbox," "De-louser," "Easy-go," "Good-by, Mother," "Happy Hooligan," "Kiss-me-quick," "Lucky Pierre," "Sheepdip," "Waring Blendor," "Weep-no-more" and "Why Worry?"
"2 B R 0 2 B"
Kurt Vonnegut
He didn't quite remember how he had left the automat, and he didn't even try to remember.
"Anything You Can Do"
Gordon Randall Garrett

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