milk bar

noun

a simple restaurant, often with an open front, or a counter or booth where milk drinks, sandwiches, etc., are sold.

Origin:
1930–35

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milk bar

—n
1.	a snack bar at which milk drinks and light refreshments are served
2.	(in Australia) a shop selling, in addition to milk, basic provisions and other items

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