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Favourite Dish

/ˈfeɪ.vər.ɪt dɪʃ/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A specific food item that someone enjoys the most.

    "My favourite dish is spaghetti carbonara because of its creamy sauce and rich flavor."
  2. 2

    A dish that is particularly liked or preferred by an individual.

    "During family gatherings, my grandmother always prepares her favourite dish, which is roast chicken."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'favourite' originates from the Latin 'favorem', meaning 'favor' or 'support', which evolved through Old French 'favorit' before entering Middle English. 'Dish' comes from the Old English 'disc', referring to a plate or receptacle for food, with roots in Proto-Germanic. Together, 'favourite dish' signifies a preferred food item, reflecting personal taste.

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