garniture

Definitions of garniture
  1. noun
    a flavorful addition on top of a dish
    see moresee less
    types:
    crème Chantilly
    cream that has been beaten until light and fluffy
  2. noun
    seal consisting of a ring for packing pistons or sealing a pipe joint
    see moresee less
    type of:
    cachet
    fastener that provides a tight and perfect closure
  3. noun
    a decoration or adornment on a garment
    synonyms: passement
    see moresee less
    types:
    galon, tresse
    trimming used to decorate clothes or curtains
    type of:
    bordure, décoration, ornement
    a decoration of color or interest that is added to relieve plainness
  4. noun
    something (such as parsley) added to a dish for flavor or decoration
    see moresee less
    types:
    crème Chantilly
    cream that has been beaten until light and fluffy
    type of:
    décoration, ornement
    something used to beautify
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘garniture'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family