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Where did the word menu originate from?

Anonymous

∙ 11y ago

Updated: 9/16/2023

The word has some roots in Latin, however from the beginning of the 1800's the idea appeared in France as 'menu de repas' meaning a list of what is served at meal time. The word 'menu' already existed in French meaning in general, a small and detailed list.

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