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carte

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈkɑɹt// UK //kˈɑːt// carte Archaic

n. a menu or a list of food you can choose from in a restaurant. It is most often seen in the French phrase 'à la carte'.

n. a bill of fare or menu, typically listing dishes that are priced separately. Most frequently encountered in the prepositional phrase 'à la carte'.


SIMPLE

We decided to order from the carte instead of the set menu.

CONTEXTUAL

The restaurant offers a seasonal carte that changes every month to reflect the freshest local ingredients available.

COMPLEX

While the tasting menu provides a curated experience, many diners prefer the flexibility of the carte to tailor the meal to their specific dietary preferences.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly used within the fixed phrase 'à la carte' to indicate that dishes are ordered and paid for individually.

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