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Meaning of garnish
to add something decorative or attractive to something, especially food or drink
Etymology of garnish
The word "garnish" comes from the Old French word "garnir", which means "to equip" or "to furnish", and is derived from the Germanic word "warnjan", which means "to prepare" or "to make ready"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of adding a decorative or attractive item to something
Synonyms
embellish
decorate
adorn
ornament
trim
accessorize
enhance
beautify
ornamentate
festoon
bedeck
array
attire
deck
dress
ornament
accoutre
cap
top
crown
finish
complete
add to
supplement
augment
enrich
elaborate
refine
polish
grace
honor
distinguish
highlight
spotlight
showcase
feature
exhibit
display
parade
flaunt
show off
pride
boast
brag
vaunt
flourish
pride oneself on
indulge
pamper
spoil
coddle
cosset
indulge in
luxuriate in
bask in
revel in
delight in
take pleasure in
Definitions
- To add a decorative or attractive item to something, especially food or drink, in order to make it more appealing
- * To add something to a dish or drink as a finishing touch, such as a sprig of herbs or a slice of fruit
- * To provide or supply something, such as money or information, in addition to what is already available
Usage Examples
- The chef garnished the salad with a sprinkle of edible flowers
- * The bartender garnished the cocktail with a slice of lemon
- * The restaurant garnished the bill with a service charge
- * She garnished her story with amusing anecdotes