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Definition of antipasto

antipasto

/ˌæn.tiˈpɑː.stoʊ/
an · ti · pas · to
Plural:antipasti
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• noun

1

A traditional Italian first course or appetizer, typically consisting of an assortment of cured meats, cheeses, olives, marinated vegetables, and crusty bread served before the main meal.

Example

"We started the evening with a beautifully arranged antipasto of prosciutto, artichoke hearts, and aged provolone."

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• Rhymes for antipasto

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Italian 'antipasto', from the prefix 'anti-' (derived from Latin 'ante-', meaning 'before') and 'pasto' (meaning 'meal', from Latin 'pastus').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Antipasto. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/antipasto
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