Pronunciation: /ɛs.kɑr.ɡoʊ/

Definitions of escargot

noun a cooked land snail, typically served as an appetizer

Example Sentences

A1 I tried escargot for the first time last night.

A2 Escargot is a delicacy in French cuisine.

B1 The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, including escargot.

B2 The chef prepared the escargot with garlic and butter.

C1 Escargot can be an acquired taste for some diners.

C2 The escargot was served with a side of fresh herbs and a glass of champagne.

Examples of escargot in a Sentence

formal Escargot is a traditional French dish made of cooked snails.

informal I tried escargot for the first time last night and surprisingly enjoyed it.

slang Some people think escargot is fancy snails, but I think it's just slimy.

figurative Eating escargot is like stepping out of your comfort zone and trying something new.

Grammatical Forms of escargot

past tense

ate

plural

escargots

comparative

more escargot

superlative

most escargot

present tense

eat

future tense

will eat

perfect tense

have eaten

continuous tense

is eating

singular

escargot

positive degree

delicious

infinitive

to eat

gerund

eating

participle

eaten

Origin and Evolution of escargot

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: French
Story behind the word: The word 'escargot' originates from the French language.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to edible land snails, the term 'escargot' has become widely recognized in English and other languages as a delicacy typically prepared with garlic butter and herbs.