chuck wagon

noun
Western U.S. a wagon carrying cooking facilities and food for serving people working outdoors, as at a ranch or lumber camp.

Origin:
1860–65

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chuck wagon
 
n
a wagon carrying provisions and cooking utensils for men, such as cowboys, who work in the open
 
[C19: perhaps from chuck² (beef, food)]

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Example sentences
There will also be an authentic chuck wagon on hand for visitors to examine.
The ranch also offers group wagon rides and chuck wagon dinners.
Guests lived in rustic cabins, taking their meals communally in lodges or on
  chuck wagon expeditions.
Start the day before a ride or lesson with a hearty chuck wagon breakfast at
  the ranch to plan a full day of cowboy adventures.
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