tartine

American  

[tahr-teen, tar-teen] / tɑrˈtin, tarˈtin /

noun

1. a fancy French open-faced sandwich topped with spreadable ingredients.

2. a piece of bread spread with butter, jam, etc.

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tartine British  

/ tɑːˈtiːn /

noun

1. an open sandwich, esp one with a rich or elaborate topping

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Etymology

Origin of tartine

First recorded in 1800–10; from French, equivalent to tart(e) + -ine diminutive suffix; tart ² ( def. ), -ine ²

Example Sentences

The London-born Hart, who honed his sourdough skills during seven years at San Francisco’s acclaimed Tartine Bakery, issued an apology online last week after his comments, which were made months ago, went viral.

From Los Angeles Times

In episode two, Meghan whips up a sweet tartine for Chrissy Teigen.

From Salon

In episode four, Markle puts together an apple butter tartine for Samin Nosrat.

From Salon

Tartine is the French word for a slice of bread, which is fancified with fun spreads and toppings.

From Salon

I like to start my day with an iced morning bun latte from Tartine on Green Street.

From Los Angeles Times