patty

noun

pat·​ty ˈpa-tē How to pronounce patty (audio)
variants or less commonly pattie
plural patties
1
: a little pie
2
a
: a small flat cake of chopped food
a hamburger patty
b
: a small flat candy
a peppermint patty
3

Examples of patty in a Sentence

the enticing aroma of sausage patties sizzling in the skillet
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The vibrant Lido, with its large central pool and Guy’s Burger Joint for tasty patties, is a popular spot during the day. Kerry Spencer, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Dec. 2024 These two types work together to form patties that hold their shape and still have decadent chunks of seafood throughout. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024 Recent additions include Bar Seco, serving up scene, natural French wines and Japanese-meets-Italian snacky bites; and Bridgetown Roti, bringing zippy Jamaican patties, doubles and rotis to a permanent location in East Hollywood. Pat Saperstein, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024 This can be formed into a patty for use on a breakfast sandwich.33 14. Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 4 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for patty 

Word History

Etymology

French pâté pâté

First Known Use

1660, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of patty was in 1660

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“Patty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/patty. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

patty

noun
pat·​ty
variants also pattie
plural patties
1
: a little pie
2
: a small flat cake of chopped food
b
: a small flat candy

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