In French, the word Ã©touffÃ©e means smothered. ÃtouffÃ©e can be made using different shellfish, the most popular version of the dish being Crawfish ÃtouffÃ©e, although shrimp is also used. Originally Ã©touffÃ©e was a popular dish in the Acadiana area surrounding Breaux Bridge.
acropolis. 1  the citadel or high fortified area of an ancient Greek city. 2  the Acropolis, the citadel of Athens and the site of the Parthenon.
The capital on a Corinthian column is covered with acanthus leaves, a favourite motif of Greek artists. (see also, CAPITAL, CORINTHIAN) AGORA Open market or a public space in ancient Greece. The word Agora drives from the word ageiro meaning I gather.