The main course
Example: The main course is served after the starter dish
Definition
"The main course" refers to the primary or most substantial dish served during a meal, typically following the starter or appetizer. It is usually the largest portion and serves as the centerpiece of the dining experience.
Etymology
The phrase "the main course" combines "main," meaning primary or chief, with "course," which in dining refers to a distinct portion or serving of a meal. The term evolved from the tradition of multi-course meals where the 'main' dish is the most important and filling part.
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"The main course" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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