Tray ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Tray ( noun )

A shallow, flat-bottomed container with a low rim, used for carrying, holding, or serving food or drinks, typically made of wood, plastic, or metal.

Origin:

Middle english tray, traie, from old english treġ, from latin trulla, from neuter of trullus, diminutive of trud-, trudere to thrust.

Examples:

1. She placed the dirty dishes on the tray and carried it to the kitchen.
2. The waiter brought the tray of drinks to the table.
3. The artist used a tray of watercolors to paint the landscape.
4. The tray of chocolates was too tempting to resist.
5. The tray was filled with small sandwiches and pastries for the tea party.

(As a verb)

Tray ( verb )

A shallow, flat-bottomed container with a low rim, used for carrying, holding, or serving food or drinks, typically made of wood, plastic, or metal.

Origin:

Middle english tray, traie, from old english treġ, from latin trulla, from neuter of trullus, diminutive of trud-, trudere to thrust.

Examples:

1. She placed the dirty dishes on the tray and carried it to the kitchen.
2. The waiter brought the tray of drinks to the table.
3. The artist used a tray of watercolors to paint the landscape.
4. The tray of chocolates was too tempting to resist.
5. The tray was filled with small sandwiches and pastries for the tea party.