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greasy spoon Definition

☆ greasy spoon

noun

a small, dingy restaurant that serves cheap food

greasy spoon Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

last: Now its last greasy spoon has gone and in its place comes this natty little noodle bar.

Preposition: by

sea: You probably wouldn't recommend Cap'n Jaspers on its food alone, but this greasy spoon by the sea has its charms.