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fritters


Meanings
  • noun

    Small pieces of food, typically battered and deep-fried.

    - "She made delicious fritters for the party."
    - "Fritters are a popular dish in many cultures."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with fritters
bitters , hacklebitters , kitters , nibblers , quitters , skitters , twitters
Variants
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fritter , frittered , fritterer , fritterers , frittering , fritters , fritter away , frittered away , frittering away , fritters away
Etymology
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The origin of the word 'fritter' is from the Middle English word 'fritten', which means 'to fry' or 'fried food'.


Trivia
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  1. Fritters were a popular dish during medieval times, when they were often made from leftover bread and vegetables.

  2. In some parts of the Caribbean, fritters are called 'patties' and are often filled with spiced meat or vegetables.

  3. Fritters are a popular dish in India, where they are called 'pakoras' and are often made from gram flour and vegetables.


Related Concepts
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  1. Batter: A liquid mixture used to coat food before frying, which helps the food to cook evenly and stay crispy.

  2. Deep-frying: A cooking method in which food is submerged in hot oil, resulting in a crispy exterior and a tender interior.


Culture
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Fritters are a popular dish in many cultures around the world, including the Caribbean, Southeast Asia, and Europe. They can be made from a variety of ingredients, such as vegetables, fruits, or seafood, and are often served as a side dish or appetizer.

How to Memorize "fritters"

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    - Visualize small pieces of food being battered and deep-fried until they are golden brown and crispy.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'fritters' with the image of crispy, golden brown pieces of food that are delicious and satisfying.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Fried to a Crisp' to remember the definition of fritters.


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