Definition

A small shop, often found in schools, that sells snacks, drinks, and sometimes light meals.

Example

After school, the students rushed to the tuckshop to buy some candy and drinks.

Conversation

Have you been to the new tuckshop near the school?

Not yet! What do they have there?

They have a variety of snacks and drinks, really tasty stuff.

Sounds great! We should go there after class.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tuckshop is formed from "tuck" (from Middle English *tukken*, meaning to pull or to tuck in) and "shop" (from Old English *sceoppa*, meaning a place for trade). The word refers to a place where food or snacks are sold, often in a school or similar setting, where items are 'tucked in' for convenience.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tucking in' food at a small 'shop' — that's why a tuckshop is a place where you can grab a quick snack.

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