English · Food & Drink
fry
/fraɪ/
[/fraɪ/]
cook food in hot oil
Beginnerverb
Definition
To cook food in hot oil or fat in a pan. It usually gives food a crisp surface.
Example
She likes to fry eggs for breakfast.
She likes to fry eggs for breakfast.
Etymology
From Old French 'frire', from Latin 'frigere' (to roast, fry).
How & Where It’s Used
A common cooking method; 'stir-fry' and 'deep-fry' are related terms.