Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bouchee
noun
/buːʃˈeɪ/
Definition
A small bite-sized piece of food, often served as an appetizer or hors d’oeuvre.
Examples
- She served a delicious bouchee filled with smoked salmon and cream cheese.
- The catering service prepared various bouchees for the reception, each more enticing than the last.
Meaning
The term originates from French and is used to describe a single bite of food, typically intended to be eaten in one mouthful.
Synonyms
- appetizer
- hors d’oeuvre
- canapé
