1894, "alcoholic drink taken before a meal to stimulate the appetite," from French apéritif "laxative, laxative liqueur," literally "opening," from Latin aperitivus, from aperire "to open" (see overt). Compare Middle English apertive (adj.), a medical word meaning "capable of opening or dilating" (pores, etc.), early 15c.
权威例句
1. He finished his aperitif and tasted the wine the waiter had produced.
他喝完开胃酒,又尝了点侍者端来的葡萄酒。
2. No, thanks. We'll skip aperitif.
不, 谢谢, 饭前酒免了吧!
3. Recommendations: As an aperitif , mussels marinieres, crab cocktail, seafood, or dessert.
配餐建议: 可以作为开胃酒, 也可以与海鲜或甜品搭配.
4. Would you care for an aperitif before you meal?
进餐前您要不要来杯开胃酒?
5. It is as an aperitif or with strong cheeses and desserts.