Begarnish

/bɪˈɡɑːrnɪʃ/ verb

Definition

To decorate, adorn, or embellish thoroughly with garnish or ornamental details.

Etymology

From be- (causative prefix) + garnish. Garnish comes from Old French garnir (to equip, prepare). The be- prefix intensifies the action of decorating.

Kelly Says

Medieval cooking texts use 'begarnish' to describe elaborate food presentation—dishes weren't just cooked, they were totally transformed with edible gold, herbs, and sculpted sugar into works of art.

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