pan-fried
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B1
/ˈpænˌfraɪd/
cooked in a pan
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pan-fried' originates from the combination of 'pan' and 'fried', where 'pan' refers to a cooking utensil and 'fried' means cooked in hot fat or oil.
Historical Evolution
'pan-fried' evolved from the practice of frying food in a pan, a method that has been used for centuries.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'cooked in a pan with oil', and this meaning has remained consistent over time.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
cooked by frying in a pan with a small amount of oil or fat.
The pan-fried fish was crispy and delicious.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42