Definition

A decoration or embellishment added to food or drink to enhance its appearance or flavor.

Example

The chef added a sprig of parsley as a garnish to the dish.

Conversation

Did you see how they used that lemon slice as a garnish on the drink?

Yeah, it looked really refreshing and fancy!

I love when drinks come with a nice garnish like that.

Same here! It makes everything feel more special.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To add decorative items or enhancements to food or drink to make it look more appealing.

Example

The chef decided to garnish the dish with fresh herbs and edible flowers.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I love how you garnish your dishes; they always look so fancy.

Thanks! I think a little decoration makes the food more appealing.

Do you have any tips on how to garnish a simple salad?

Root Explanation

Garnish comes from Old French 'garnir' (meaning to equip or adorn). The word refers to the act of adding decorative elements to food, thus equipping or enhancing its appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'adorning' or 'equipping' food with decorative elements when you hear 'garnish'.

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