appetizer
appetizer
Definition
ap·pe·tizer (-tī′zər)
noun
- a small portion of a tasty food or a drink to stimulate the appetite at the beginning of a meal
- a bit of something that excites a desire for more
Etymology: < appetizing + -er
appetizer
Synonyms
appetizer
n.
appetizer
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- serve: You can serve appetizers rather than entrees and give them special names that remind them of Star Trek.
- include: Meals are served family style and dinner includes appetizer, entree, and dessert.
- choose: If main dishes are too big, choose an appetizer or a side dish instead.
- shower: If you are planning a meal youll want to start with some baby shower appetizers.
- incorporate: The new menus incorporate appetizers, salads, entrees and desserts that reflect distinctively European and American tastes.
- enjoy: During peak travel times, travelers enjoy complimentary appetizers.
Adjective modifier
- nice: The tofu satay for £ 3.50 is also a nice vegetarian appetizer.
- complimentary: During peak travel times, travelers enjoy complimentary appetizers.
- simple: Most people who are planning a baby shower plan a few simple appetizers.
- few: Most people who are planning a baby shower plan a few simple appetizers.
- small: We started off with a small appetizer of marinated tuna with spicy couscous.
Noun used with modifier
- fish: Just as bad was their cod fish fritter appetizer.
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