aperitif
noun
aper·i·tif
| \ ə-ˌper-ə-ˈtēf
, a-; ˌä-pər-(ə-)ˈtēf\
, a-; ˌä-pər-(ə-)ˈtēf\
Definition of aperitif
: an alcoholic drink taken before a meal as an appetizer
Examples of aperitif in a Sentence
They served us champagne as an aperitif.
Recent Examples on the Web
This flavor acts as an appetite stimulant, so its presence may help a nonalcoholic cocktail play the role that traditional aperitifs do. — M. Carrie Allan, The Denver Post, "No alcohol, no problem: How to make complex, balanced zero-proof cocktails," 23 Aug. 2019 This flavor acts as an appetite stimulant, so its presence may help a nonalcoholic cocktail play the role that traditional aperitifs do. — M. Carrie Allan, Twin Cities, "No alcohol, no problem: How to make complex, balanced zero-proof cocktails," 19 Aug. 2019 Pair your aperitif with oysters (obviously) and a lobster roll. — Leena Kim, Town & Country, "10 Best Places to Drink Aperol Spritzes This Summer," 3 July 2019 This flavor acts as an appetite stimulant, so its presence may help a nonalcoholic cocktail play the role that traditional aperitifs do. — M. Carrie Allan, Twin Cities, "No alcohol, no problem: How to make complex, balanced zero-proof cocktails," 19 Aug. 2019 This flavor acts as an appetite stimulant, so its presence may help a nonalcoholic cocktail play the role that traditional aperitifs do. — M. Carrie Allan, Washington Post, "No alcohol, no problem: How to make complex, balanced zero-proof cocktails," 14 Aug. 2019 According to Marquis, more than simply tasting good and being refreshing, aperitifs actually act as a stimulant for the appetite. — Olivia Harrison, refinery29.com, "Aperol May Be Part Of Your Favorite Summer Drink, But What Exactly Is It?," 25 July 2019 Along with sparkling wines, the menu also goes heavy on spritzes, mixing those bubbly bottles with various vermouths and aperitifs. — Adam Lukach, chicagotribune.com, "First Look: Superkhana International brings a celebration of Indian food to gorgeous space in Logan Square," 11 July 2019 Lichine Appropriate as an aperitif, followed by extraordinary food-pairing possibilities and continued enjoyment after lunch or dinner. — Sangeeta Singh-kurtz, Quartzy, "Your guide to becoming a rosé expert," 6 July 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'aperitif.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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aperitif
noun
English Language Learners Definition of aperitif
: an alcoholic drink that people drink before eating a meal
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