Meaning & Definition of word "Chowder"
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Chowder
/ˈʧaʊdər/
noun:
- 1. A thick, creamy soup made with milk, butter, and various ingredients such as seafood, vegetables, or corn.
- Example: We enjoyed a bowl of clam chowder while waiting for our table at the seafood restaurant.
- 2. A soup or stew often made with fish, shellfish, and vegetables, typically thickened with milk or cream.
- Example: The chef's special was a delicious lobster chowder that warmed us up on a chilly day.
- 3. Any thick soup or stew; often associated with hearty, filling meals.
- Example: She prepared a hearty chowder for the family gathering, using potatoes and fresh herbs.
Etymology
From French 'chaudière,' meaning 'cauldron' or 'cooking pot.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
chowderhead:
A foolish or incompetent person.
Related Words
bisque:
A smooth, creamy, highly seasoned soup, typically made from shellfish.
soup:
A liquid dish, typically savory and made by boiling ingredients in stock or water.
stew:
A dish of meat and vegetables cooked slowly in liquid.
Slang Meanings of chowder
Meaning: Referring to something that is mixed or a hodgepodge.
Example Sentence: His ideas were a real chowder, hard to make sense of!
Meaning: Used to describe a confused state or situation.
Example Sentence: The meeting ended up being a chowder of opinions without any clear decisions.