Meaning of the word amuse-bouche in English

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amuse-bouche

US /əˌmuːzˈbuːʃ/
UK /əˌmuːzˈbuːʃ/
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Noun

1.

a small savory item of food served before a meal, typically free of charge, at a restaurant

Example:
The chef sent out a complimentary amuse-bouche before our appetizers.
Each course was preceded by a delightful amuse-bouche.
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