1. decorative items added to food or drinks to enhance appearance or flavor

1. decorates or enhances food or drinks with additional items
2. takes money from someone’s wages or bank account by legal order
Usage: legal

Examples

• The chef adds fresh herb garnishes to every plate.
• Lemon wedges and parsley are common garnishes for fish dishes.
• She garnishes the cocktails with orange slices and mint leaves.
• The restaurant garnishes its desserts with powdered sugar.
• The court ordered the employer to garnish his wages for unpaid child support.
• They can garnish your bank account if you don’t pay the debt.
• The bartender garnishes each drink with a cherry.
• Simple garnishes can make ordinary meals look elegant.