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Meaning of appetizer
A small dish served before a meal to stimulate the appetite.
Etymology of appetizer
The word "appetizer" originates from the Old French word "apetizer," which is derived from the verb "apetiser," meaning "to whet the appetite."
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe small dishes served before a meal to stimulate the appetite.
Synonyms
hors d'oeuvre
starter
entree
snack
canapé
tidbit
morsel
bite
nibble
amuse-bouche
antipasto
prologue
introduction
precursor
foretaste
trailer
preview
teaser
sampler
taster
foretaste
opening
prelude
overture
lead-in
lead-off
opener
curtain raiser
first course
preliminary
preface
Definitions
- A small dish of food or drink served before a meal to stimulate the appetite, typically small and light.
- A small portion of food or drink served as the first course of a meal.
Usage Examples
- The appetizer platter included a variety of cheeses, meats, and crackers.
- The restaurant served a complimentary appetizer to each table, which was a delicious bruschetta.
- The chef carefully prepared the appetizers, making sure each one was a perfect representation of the meal to come.
Antonyms
dessert
main course
entree
finale
conclusion
last course
finishing touch
closing
culmination
climax
grand finale
showstopper
pièce de résistance
main event
centerpiece
highlight
apex
pinnacle
peak