Basic Details
Word: Appetizer
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A small dish served before the main meal to stimulate the appetite.
Synonyms: Starter, hors d'oeuvre, entre
Antonyms: Dessert, main course
Idioms and Phrases
- Appetiser for thought: Something that stimulates ideas or discussion. Example: "The movie was a great appetiser for thought, making us ponder social issues."
- Set the table: To prepare for a meal, often used to suggest making arrangements. Example: "To set the table for our guests, we prepared delicious appetizers to start."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The restaurant offers a variety of appetizers, including spring rolls and stuffed mushrooms.
Example 2: We enjoyed the nachos as an appetizer while waiting for our main course to arrive.
Example 3: At the party, the host served a delicious selection of appetizers that all the guests loved.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the tradition of serving appetizers dates back to ancient Rome and Greece, where they would often serve small dishes before the main feast?
Famous Quote
"Food is not just eating energy. Its an experience." - Guy Fieri
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "appetizer" mean?
a) A dessert
b) A drink
c) A small dish served before the main meal
d) A type of fruit
Answer: c) A small dish served before the main meal
2. Which of these is a synonym of "appetizer"?
a) Dessert
b) Main course
c) Starter
d) Snack
Answer: c) Starter
3. Which is an antonym of "appetizer"?
a) Starter
b) Side dish
c) Dessert
d) Appetiser
Answer: c) Dessert
4. Which sentence uses "appetizer" correctly?
a) The appetizer was too spicy to finish.
b) The appetizer flew in the sky.
c) The appetizer is a kind of fruit.
d) The appetizer is eaten last at the meal.
Answer: a) The appetizer was too spicy to finish.
5. What does "set the table" mean in relation to meals?
a) To wash the dishes
b) To prepare for a meal
c) To clean the kitchen
d) To eat dessert
Answer: b) To prepare for a meal
