appetizer
Translation
starter, appetizer
Examples
We had some olives as an appetizer.
We had some olives as an appetizer.
Grammar Patterns
((an appetizer)) a small dish served before a meal We had some olives as an appetizer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: starter, hors d'oeuvre
Etymology
From Latin 'appetitus' (desire for, appetite). The '-izer' suffix suggests something that causes or stimulates. So, it stimulates the appetite.
Memory Tips
Think of it as something that 'wakes up' your appetite before the main meal. Note that 'starter' is more common in British English.