Meaning & Definition of word "Fried"

Fried

/fraɪd/

verb:

  • 1. Past tense of 'fry', to cook food in hot fat or oil.
    • Example: He fried the eggs until they were perfectly sunny-side up.
  • 2. To prepare food by cooking it in hot oil, often resulting in a crispy texture.
    • Example: She fried the doughnuts in boiling oil until they were golden brown.

adjective:

  • 1. Cooked in hot fat or oil.
    • Example: She ordered a plate of fried chicken for dinner.
  • 2. Referring to food that has been subjected to frying.
    • Example: The menu featured a variety of fried foods, including fried fish and fried potatoes.
  • 3. Having a crispy or browned exterior due to frying.
    • Example: The fried onions added a nice crunch to the casserole.

Etymology

Past participle of fry; derived from Old French 'frire', from Latin 'frigere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fried egg:

An egg that has been cooked in hot oil or fat on one side or both.

fried fish:

Fish that has been cooked in oil, often breaded before frying.

fried rice:

A dish made of pre-cooked rice stir-fried in a wok with ingredients like vegetables and meat.

Related Words

fry:

To cook food in hot oil or fat.

frying pan:

A pan used for frying food.

deep-fried:

Food that is completely submerged in hot oil during cooking.

Slang Meanings of fried

Meaning: Extremely intoxicated or high.

Example Sentence: After that party, he was totally fried.

Meaning: In a state of mental fatigue or confusion.

Example Sentence: I'm so fried from studying all night.