Definition

1. Noun:
   • An appetizer consisting of raw vegetables cut into bite-sized pieces and served with a dip: "Crudités" refers to a selection of fresh, uncooked vegetables, typically sliced or cut into sticks, that are served as a starter, often accompanied by a sauce for dipping.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The restaurant served a platter of crudités with a creamy herb dip before the main course.
  • For a healthy party snack, she prepared colorful crudités including carrots, celery, and bell peppers.

Advanced Usage

• "A selection of crudités": A variety of different raw vegetables served together.

  • The caterer offered an impressive selection of crudités, from radishes to jicama.

• "Crudités platter": A large plate or board arranged with an assortment of raw vegetables and dips.

  • The crudités platter was the centerpiece of the cocktail hour.

Variants and Related Words

• Crudité (n): The singular form, though rarely used, referring to a single piece or type of raw vegetable served in this style.
  • A single stick of celery is a crudité.

Synonyms

• Raw vegetable platter: A platter of uncooked vegetables.
• Vegetable sticks: Sticks of raw vegetables, often served for dipping.

Notes on Meaning

• The term "crudités" is directly borrowed from French, where it literally means "raw things." It is almost always used in the plural form in English.
• This word specifically refers to the prepared dish intended for eating. It is not a general term for any raw vegetables.

Noun

1. raw vegetables cut into bite-sized strips and served with a dip