appetizer
Any small, bite-size food served before a meal to whet and excite the palate. Used synonymously with the term
HORS D'OEUVRE, though this term more aptly describes finger food, whereas appetizer can also apply to a first course served at table.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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