appetizer
//ˈæp.ɪˌtaɪ.zər//
Noun
appetizerSingular
appetizersPlural
1
A small dish of food served before the main course to stimulate the appetite.
We ordered some appetizers while waiting for the main course.
2
Something that arouses interest or anticipation for what is to follow.
The trailer was just an appetizer for the exciting movie.