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frying

n. uncountable
A2 Elementary US //ˈfɹaɪɪŋ// UK //fɹˈaɪɪŋ// fry·ing

n. the act of cooking food in hot oil or fat. It is a common way to prepare things like eggs, potatoes, or meat.

n. the process of cooking food in heated fat or oil. Often used as a gerund to describe a specific culinary technique.


SIMPLE

Frying is a very fast way to cook fish.

CONTEXTUAL

The recipe requires frying the onions until they are golden brown and soft.

COMPLEX

While deep frying produces a crisp texture, many health-conscious cooks prefer stir frying as it requires significantly less oil and preserves the crunch of the vegetables.

Synonyms
Usage

Often functions as a gerund; frequently paired with 'pan', 'deep', or 'stir' to specify the method.

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