A pantry is a small room or space in a home where food, dishes, linens, and other household items are stored. It is typically used for storing non-perishable food items like canned goods, dry goods, and spices, making it easier for homeowners to keep their kitchen organized and stocked.
The word "pantry" comes from the Middle English word "pantrie," which in turn derived from the Old French "pantrie," meaning a place for bread. The root word "pain" in Old French means bread, indicating that the original purpose of the pantry was to store bread.