Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
main-course
noun
/meɪn kɔrs/
Definition
The primary dish served in a meal, typically following an appetizer and preceding dessert.
Examples
- For dinner, we had roasted chicken as the main course.
- The chef prepared a delicious vegetarian main course for the guests.
- They served pasta as the main course at the wedding reception.
Meaning
The main course is the most significant part of a meal that highlights the main ingredient and is usually more substantial than other courses.
Synonyms
- entree
- principal dish
- primary dish
