amuse-bouche

The definition of amuse bouche is a French term which means a little bit of food which is served before the meal to stimulate the appetite.

(noun)

An hors d’œuvre is an example of an amuse bouche.

See amuse-bouche in Webster's New World College Dictionary

a small, savory portion of food served before a meal, typically without charge at restaurants

Origin: Fr < amuser, to amuse + bouche, mouth

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