appetizer (UK usually appetiser) UK ['æp.ɪ.taɪ.zər] US [-zɚ] noun countable ■a small amount of food eaten before a meal (餐前的)开胃小吃•At 6:30, everyone gathered for drinks and appetizers in the lounge.6点30分,大家聚在休息室中喝饮料,吃小吃。 ■mainly US ■the first part of a meal (一顿饭的)第一道菜,前菜•The average cost of a full three-course meal - appetizer, main course and dessert - including tip and a modest wine is about $45.一顿包括前菜、主菜和甜点三部分的全份西餐——包括小费和一瓶普通葡萄酒——一般要花45美元左右。 |