Appetizer meaning

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The definition of an appetizer is a small portion of food before a meal to stimulate the appetite.

An example of an appetizer would be a plate of nachos ordered before a main course.

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A food or drink served usually before a meal to stimulate the appetite.
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A small portion of a tasty food or a drink to stimulate the appetite at the beginning of a meal.
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A bit of something that excites a desire for more.
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(usually in the plural) A small, light, and usually savory first course in a meal.
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Appetizer Sentence Examples

  • Looking for a few good appetizer recipes?

  • Start your meal with an appetizer, or try the minestrone de casa.

  • Start with a tropical drink from the extensive menu, and maybe an appetizer or two, then choose the vegetables you want included with your choice of seafood, chicken or beef.

  • Meals are served family style and dinner includes appetizer, entree, and dessert.

  • If main dishes are too big, choose an appetizer or a side dish instead.

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