Bistro
Pronunciation
- UK IPA: /ˈbiË.stɹəʊ/
- US IPA: /ˈbiË.stɹoÊŠ/
Origin
Attested from c. 1920, from the French bistro(t) with the original meaning "proprietor of a tavern" (1880s), of Unknown origin, presumably regional French dialect.
Full definition of bistro
Noun
bistro
(plural bistros)- A small European-style restaurant.
- A small bar or pub.