escargot
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Noun — A dish of cooked edible snails, typically served in the shell with garlic butter, associated with French cuisine.
Etymology
Borrowed directly from French escargot, "snail."
Full origin of escargot →Frequently asked questions
What does “escargot” mean?
The word “escargot” means a dish of cooked edible snails, typically served in the shell with garlic butter, associated with French cuisine. In plain terms, cooked snails served as a French dish, usually with garlic and butter.
How do you pronounce “escargot”?
“Escargot” is pronounced ihs-KAH-goh (/ˌɛskɑɹˈɡoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “escargot” in a sentence?
Here is “escargot” used in a sentence: “He ordered escargot as a starter at the French bistro.”
What part of speech is “escargot”?
“Escargot” is a noun.
Where does the word “escargot” come from?
The word “escargot” comes from French. Borrowed directly from French escargot, "snail.".