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Term: la carte

Part of Speech:

Noun, adjective

Sense 1 (Noun):

A menu offering a range of individual dishes that can be ordered separately, rather than as part of a set meal.

Example sentence:

At the restaurant, they offer a variety of delicious dishes on the à la carte menu.

Related products:

• À la carte cookbook
• À la carte dining

Sense 2 (Adjective):

Referring to the selection of individual dishes available for ordering separately.

Example sentence:

The restaurant offers both set menus and à la carte options for diners.

Related products:

• À la carte restaurant
• À la carte cuisine