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garnish

/ˈɡɑːrnɪʃ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does garnish mean?

noun, verb

A garnish is a small amount of food, such as chopped herbs or edible flowers, used to decorate a dish. To garnish something means to add a decorative touch to it.

Example

"The chef garnished the salad with a sprinkle of parsley and a slice of lemon."

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