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automat

/ɔːtəˈmæt/ noun · British & US
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What does automat mean?

noun

A restaurant or food establishment where customers serve themselves from a series of automated dispensers or vending machines, often with a cafeteria-style seating area. A self-service restaurant or cafeteria.

Example

"The automat was a popular spot for a quick and affordable meal."

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