variants
or French fry
: a strip of potato typically cooked by being fried in deep fat
—usually plural
variants
or French fry
french fried or French fried; french frying or French frying; french fries or French fries
: to fry (strips of potato or something similar) in deep fat until brown
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2025
The potential goods affected touch many parts of everyday life: cars, gasoline, furniture, shoes, toys, beer, avocados and french fries, among others.
—Jacob Pramuk, CNBC, 3 Feb. 2025
Opt for a side salad instead of french fries with your sandwich, which can save over 100 calories and add fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 27 Jan. 2025
There was a food truck offering free burgers and french fries.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 25 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The steakhouse offers a wide range of sides and sauces—think creamy bearnaise and au poivre to french fries topped with garlic, thyme, rosemary, and Parmesan—to pair with your premier cut of meat.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Feb. 2025
The potential goods affected touch many parts of everyday life: cars, gasoline, furniture, shoes, toys, beer, avocados and french fries, among others.
—Jacob Pramuk, CNBC, 3 Feb. 2025
Opt for a side salad instead of french fries with your sandwich, which can save over 100 calories and add fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 27 Jan. 2025
There was a food truck offering free burgers and french fries.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 25 Jan. 2025
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“French fry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/french%20fry. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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