Commissary (Noun)
Meaning 1
A retail store that sells equipment and provisions (usually to military personnel).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A snack bar in a film studio.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The film's producers headed to the commissary to grab a quick bite to eat before the day's shoot.
- During filming, the commissary was always bustling with crew members and actors grabbing a snack or meal.
- The studio's commissary was famous for its decadent chocolate chip cookies, which were often featured in the film's script.
- As soon as the director yelled "wrap," the entire production team rushed to the commissary to celebrate with food and drinks.
- On a long shooting day, the commissary staff worked overtime to keep everyone caffeinated and fueled with snacks and meals on-the-go.