Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
couvert
noun
/kuːˈvɛr/
Definition
A cover or lid, often used for serving food at a table.
Examples
- The restaurant set a formal couvert for each guest, including a cloth napkin and polished cutlery.
- At the banquet, each couvert was beautifully arranged with elegant tableware and floral decorations.
Meaning
In a dining context, ‘couvert’ refers to the cover or setting for a meal, including the utensils and dishware provided for each guest.
Synonyms
- cover
- setting
- place setting
- service
