Definitions

1. noun

A person who sells or supplies messes or meals, especially in a military context.

“The mess sergeant was responsible for feeding the entire platoon.”

2. noun

A person who waits on tables or serves food and drink in a restaurant, hotel, etc.

“The maitre d’, who doubled as a messer, ensured that every guest had an excellent dining experience.”

3. noun

A type of knife with a curved or hooked blade, used for cutting meat, etc.

“The chef preferred using a long, curved messer to carve the roasted beef.”