Synonyms for

Fry

Verb / fraɪ / Another word for fry — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to cook food in hot oil or fat

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

sauté pan-fry

Informal

sear brown

Literary

sear sear to a crisp

Antonyms

boil steam poach braise stew bake roast

Common collocations

  • french fries
  • fried chicken
  • fried egg
  • deep fry
  • pan fry
  • fry pan
  • fry up

Word family

noun fry
verb fry

Usage note

The verb 'fry' refers to cooking food in hot fat or oil. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, though specific cooking methods like 'sauté' or 'pan-fry' might be preferred in more formal culinary discussions.

Example sentences

  1. I like to fry chicken for dinner.
  2. We can fry some potatoes to go with the steak.
  3. My mom taught me how to fry fish.
  4. I don't like to fry food because it's unhealthy.
  5. The chef will fry the onions and garlic before adding the tomatoes.

Quotes

  • I don't like food that's too carefully arranged; it makes me think that the chef is spending too much time arranging and not enough time cooking. If I wanted a picture I'd buy a painting. - Andy Rooney
  • The only time to eat diet food is while you're waiting for the steak to cook. - Julia Child
  • I love pizza; you can't really go wrong with pizza. Unless you put anchovies on it - that's the devil's work. - Emilia Clarke

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