Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
maigre
Adjective
/ˈmeɪɡrə/
Definition
Meager or thin, especially in context of meat or food.
Examples
- The restaurant offered a maigre soup that was healthy yet satisfying.
- Many diets recommend maigre meals to promote weight loss.
- He prepared a maigre dish using only vegetables and herbs.
Meaning
The term ‘maigre’ refers to something that is not rich in substance or quantity; it is often used to describe food that lacks fat or richness.
Synonyms
- Lean
- Meager
- Thin
- Skimpy
