fritter

noun

ˈfri-tər How to pronounce fritter (audio)
Definition of fritternext
as in cake
a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried she loves eating corn fritters with maple syrup

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Recent Examples of fritter Fry, gently agitating fritters to ensure even browning until golden brown, puffed, and cooked through (a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean), 3 to 4 minutes. — Emily Teel, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026 Sample dishes like West Indian conch fritters, Yellowfin tuna tartare, Kentucky fried green tomatoes, and a signature Kentucky Hot Brown. — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 2026 Ochre is the new everyday eatery focused on South African cuisine and local ingredients, from fresh West Coast mussels, venison and Cape Malay favorites, like bobotie, curries, and pumpkin fritters. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026 For centuries, multiple cultures throughout the Mediterranean, particularly the South of France and coastal Italy, have whisked the flour with water, olive oil, salt (and sometimes spices or herbs), transforming the batter into unleavened flatbreads, fritters, and pancakes. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for fritter
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  1. cake
  2. patty
Noun
  • Dozens of people sat in lawn chairs in front of the big screen, cheering as the Bosnia and Herzegovina national anthem played, while others stood in a long line that stretched out of the front door to buy cakes, pastries and pitas.
    — Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026
  • Happy Organics’ beeswax candles mimic cherries, asparagus and other produce, transforming birthday cakes and tabletops into playful tributes to Central Valley farm life.
    — Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
Definition of cake
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  • Because of this, eating a steak or a hamburger patty on its own will usually not cause a major spike in blood sugar after eating it.
    — MD Published, Verywell Health, 2 July 2026
  • After chilling overnight, the patties are seared on a flat top to medium-rare for a crispy, peppery crust and smoky, juicy interior.
    — Sam Flemming, AJC.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of patty

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