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fryer

n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈfɹaɪɝ// UK //fɹˈaɪɐ// fry·er

n. a person who cooks food in a pan of hot oil. You might also use this word to describe the machine or pan used for frying.

n. a person who prepares food by frying it in oil or fat; also refers to the vessel or appliance used for this process.


SIMPLE

The fryer prepared a fresh batch of golden fries.

CONTEXTUAL

The kitchen staff cleaned the fryer after the lunch rush to ensure the oil remained clean for the next shift.

COMPLEX

The professional fryer maintained a consistent oil temperature to ensure the chicken was perfectly crispy without becoming overly greasy.

Synonyms
Origin

From fry + -er (agent noun suffix) or + -er (patient suffix).

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