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Meaning of garnish

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

garnish

Pronunciation:/ˈɡɑːnɪʃ//ˈɡɑɹnɪʃ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A set of dishes, often pewter, containing a dozen pieces of several types.

  2. Pewter vessels in general.

  3. Something added for embellishment.

    Synonyms:decorationornament
  4. Clothes; garments, especially when showy or decorative.

verb

Definitions

  1. To decorate with ornaments; to adorn; to embellish.

  2. To ornament with something placed around it.

    Example: a dish garnished with parsley

  3. To furnish; to supply.

  4. To fit with fetters; to fetter.