n.
Pronunciation: ' gär-nish
Function: transitive verb
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French garniss-, stem of garnir to warn, equip, garnish, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German warn ō n to take heed ― more at WARN
Date: 14th century
1 a : DECORATE , EMBELLISH b : to add decorative or savory touches to (food or drink)
2 : to equip with accessories : FURNISH
3 : GARNISHEE
synonyms see ADORN