appetizer
noun
ap·pe·tiz·er
ˈa-pə-ˌtī-zər 
1
: a food or drink that stimulates the appetite and is usually served before a meal
The appetizers included shrimp with cocktail sauce, vegetables and dips, cheeses, and fruits.
2
: something that stimulates a desire for more
a literary appetizer
hoped that the short trip would be an appetizer for longer ones
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FreshDirect has a wide range of appetizers, desserts and beverages that can be added to your order to make your celebration even more complete.
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Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
On Veterans Day, a complimentary dine-in appetizer or dessert paired with a soft beverage for veterans and active-duty military with ID.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 5 Nov. 2024
No matter how careful your calculations, your turkey will inevitably compete with a roomful of side dishes, too many too-tasty appetizers, and some adage about saving room for dessert.
—Alma Avalle, Bon Appétit, 28 Oct. 2024
The ground beef adds an extra filling to make this a game-day appetizer or an easy weeknight dinner.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2024
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Kasey Caminiti, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
On Veterans Day, a complimentary dine-in appetizer or dessert paired with a soft beverage for veterans and active-duty military with ID.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 5 Nov. 2024
No matter how careful your calculations, your turkey will inevitably compete with a roomful of side dishes, too many too-tasty appetizers, and some adage about saving room for dessert.
—Alma Avalle, Bon Appétit, 28 Oct. 2024
The ground beef adds an extra filling to make this a game-day appetizer or an easy weeknight dinner.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Appetizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/appetizer. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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appetizer
noun
ap·pe·tiz·er
ˈap-ə-ˌtī-zər
1
: a food or drink usually served before a meal to make one hungrier
2
: something that creates a desire for more
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