Used when referring to a local convenience store in New Zealand.
Literal Meaning
Milk and its products, especially when considered as a food group
Actual Meaning
Small shop
Examples in Context
I need to stop by the dairy to grab some milk for breakfast.
On our way home from the park, we can pick up a snack at the dairy.
The dairy down the street has the best ice cream!
Helpful Tips
1In conversation, if someone mentions going to the dairy, they likely mean they are going for quick snacks or essentials, so you might want to ask if you need anything.
2When talking about a dairy, it usually implies a location that is easy to access and can be visited often.
3The term 'dairy' is often used in New Zealand to refer to a small convenience store rather than an actual store that sells dairy products like milk and cheese.
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