pizzeria

noun

piz·​ze·​ria ˌpēt-sə-ˈrē-ə How to pronounce pizzeria (audio)
Synonyms of pizzerianext
: an establishment where pizzas are made or sold

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This garden is where Sofia’s late mother Eloise planted arugula and Francis oversaw every last detail—and the pizzeria remains Sofia’s personal favorite. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026 What if an upmarket pizzeria has red pepper flakes, but not her preferred chili oil? — Maggie Hennessy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026 Pizza, once found strictly in casual pizzerias, is now on the menu. — Rachel Corbett, Curbed, 31 Aug. 2026 The pizzeria’s deep dish, which is around $23 to $29 is 8-by-10 inches. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pizzeria

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Italian, from pizza

First Known Use

circa 1912, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pizzeria was circa 1912

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“Pizzeria.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pizzeria. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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pizzeria

noun
piz·​ze·​ria ˌpēt-sə-ˈrē-ə How to pronounce pizzeria (audio)
: an establishment where pizzas are made or sold

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