'larder' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'lardier,' where 'lard' meant 'bacon' or 'pork fat.'

'lardier' transformed into the Middle English word 'larder,' and eventually became the modern English word 'larder.'

Initially, it meant 'a place for storing bacon or pork fat,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a room or cupboard for storing food.'