VIAND


Meaning of VIAND in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈvī-ənd ]

noun

Etymology: Middle English, viaunde, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin vivanda food, alteration of Latin vivenda, neuter plural of vivendus, gerundive of vivere to live — more at quick

Date: 15th century

1. : an item of food ; especially : a choice or tasty dish

2. plural : provisions, food

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.