cater
/ˈkeɪtə/ · /ˈkeɪtər/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4100 in the learning path
满足需求；提供服务
Definitions
v. to provide what a particular person or group needs
满足需求；提供服务
v. to supply food and drinks for an event
提供餐饮服务
Example
These weekend classes cater for children of all ages.
这些周末课程面向各个年龄段的儿童。
Public transport systems should cater for passengers with limited mobility by providing accessible vehicles and stations.
公共交通系统应提供无障碍车辆和车站，满足行动不便乘客的需求。
Collocations
- cater for different needs
- cater to individual tastes
- cater for a wedding
Word family
- catering (n.)
- caterer (n.)
Usage tip
cater for指满足需求或供餐；cater to常指迎合。
FAQ
- What does cater mean?
- to provide what a particular person or group needs to supply food and drinks for an event
- How is cater pronounced?
- UK /ˈkeɪtə/, US /ˈkeɪtər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
