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    Guarnición (en. Side dish)

    /ɡwarniˈθjon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Set of soldiers that guard a place or position.
    The garrison of the city was well-trained.
    La guarnición de la ciudad estaba bien entrenada.
    Accessory or accompaniment added to a dish of food.
    The main dish is served with a side of vegetables.
    El plato principal se sirve con una guarnición de verduras.
    Set of elements that complete or adorn something.
    The embellishment on the uniform was of high quality.
    La guarnición en el uniforme era de gran calidad.

    Etymology

    From the French 'garnison', which refers to a group of soldiers camped.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    military garrison
    Set of troops that defend a locality.
    guarnición militar
    food side dish
    Accompaniment served with main dishes.
    guarnición de alimentos
    garrison corps
    Organized group of troops in a specific place.
    cuerpo de guarnición

    Related Words

    garrison maker
    Person who manages the preparation of side dishes and adornments.
    guarnicionero
    garnish
    Decorative element or accompaniment in gastronomy.
    garnición
    guard
    Group of people that watch over a place.
    guardia

    Slang Meanings

    In some informal contexts, it can refer to a large quantity of food.
    That party had a never-ending side dish.
    Esa fiesta tenía una guarnición que no acababa nunca.
    It is used to refer to a group of friends who always accompany each other.
    I always go out with my group of friends.
    Siempre salgo con mi guarnición de amigos.