appetizer

/ˈæpɪtaɪzər/
noun
  1. A small dish of food or a drink served before a meal to stimulate the appetite.
    • The restaurant offers a complimentary appetizer with every entrée.
    • We ordered spring rolls as an appetizer before the main course.
    • For the party, she prepared a platter of cheese and crackers as an appetizer.
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