æpiˈtʌɪzər

Definitions

1. noun

a dish served before the main course, typically cold or lightly cooked, intended to stimulate the appetite

“The appetizer at the restaurant was a delicious bruschetta.”

2. noun

a person who stimulates or provokes something, such as a reaction or interest

“The politician was a great appetizer for the debate, getting the audience engaged early on.”

3. verb

to stimulate or provoke something, such as a reaction or interest

“The new movie appetizer the audience with its thought-provoking themes.”