plural hors d'oeuvres also hors d'oeuvre
ȯr-ˈdərv(z) 
: any of various savory foods usually served as appetizers
Examples of hors d'oeuvre in a Sentence
a tray of assorted hors d'oeuvres
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And in the venue, among tables stacked with hors d'oeuvres and drinks, Michigan Republicans walked around with some newfound energy.
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Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
Pairing Suggestions: Ideal for pairing with light hors d'oeuvres, these blue wines add a touch of warmth to any gathering.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
The inn is relaxed and welcoming, with unique touches like nightly wine and hors d'oeuvres and complimentary ice cream treats delivered to your room.
—Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Travel + Leisure, 10 Oct. 2024
In addition to gaming, the evening will include complimentary wine and beer, heavy hors d'oeuvres and a silent auction.
—Deb Harvell, arkansasonline.com, 23 Sep. 2024
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Dana Afana, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
Pairing Suggestions: Ideal for pairing with light hors d'oeuvres, these blue wines add a touch of warmth to any gathering.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
The inn is relaxed and welcoming, with unique touches like nightly wine and hors d'oeuvres and complimentary ice cream treats delivered to your room.
—Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Travel + Leisure, 10 Oct. 2024
In addition to gaming, the evening will include complimentary wine and beer, heavy hors d'oeuvres and a silent auction.
—Deb Harvell, arkansasonline.com, 23 Sep. 2024
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“Hors d'oeuvre.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hors%20d%27oeuvre. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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