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menu

|men/u|

A2

/ˈmɛnjuː/

list of options

Etymology
Etymology Information

'menu' originates from French, specifically the word 'menu,' where 'menu' meant 'small' or 'detailed list.'

Historical Evolution

'menu' changed from the French word 'menu' and eventually became the modern English word 'menu.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a small or detailed list,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a list of dishes or options.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a list of dishes available in a restaurant.

The waiter handed us the menu.

Synonyms

Noun 2

a list of options available to a user in a computer application.

Click on the 'File' menu to save your document.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/02/06 06:07