noun
- an alcoholic drink taken before a meal to stimulate the appetite
Examples
- We enjoyed champagne as an aperitif before dinner.
- The restaurant offers several aperitifs including vermouth and sherry.
- She ordered a light aperitif to prepare for the elaborate meal.
- The French tradition includes serving an aperitif with small appetizers.
- A dry martini makes an excellent aperitif for special occasions.
- The wine list featured both aperitifs and digestifs.