A serving platter, also known as a serving tray or a serving dish, refers to a large plate or tray used for presenting food items for service. Other synonyms for serving platter include charger plate, cheese board, meat platter, fruit platter, and appetizer plate. Charger plates are decorative plates used as placeholders to create an elegant table setting. Cheese boards are typically used for serving a variety of cheeses accompanied by crackers, grapes, and nuts. Meat platters are used for serving large pieces of meat, while fruit platters are used for serving sliced fruits. Lastly, appetizer plates are used for presenting small finger foods before a meal.