Frier

/ˈfraɪər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who fries food, particularly in large quantities or as a profession.

The frier at the restaurant prepares dozens of fish and chips every day.

A mold or container used for frying food.

The chef carefully placed the batter-coated shrimp into the frier.

From Middle English 'frien', derived from Old French 'frire', from Latin 'frigere' meaning 'to fry'.

frier's delight

A dish that is particularly suited for frying.

frier's choice

A selection of fried foods that are popular.

fry

To cook food in hot oil or fat.

frying

The cooking method of using hot fat or oil.

fried

Food that has been cooked in hot oil or fat.

A term used to describe someone who is perceived to be easily fooled or gullible.

Don’t be such a frier, you know that’s too good to be true!