fryer
NounUS[frahy-er]/ˈfraɪɚ/2 syllables
Open English WordNet
Noun (2)
- flesh of a medium-sized young chicken suitable for fryingSynonyms: frierpulletType of chicken, poulet
- A kitchen appliance for deep frying; its size depends on intended use.“Deep fryers are used for cooking many fast foods, and making them crisp.”Synonyms: frierdeep fryerdeep fat fryerfryolatorType of kitchen applianceKinds donut machine, donut fryer
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Webster's Dictionary (1913)
Fry′er noun
1. Something or someone that fries.
2. A young chicken or other food item suitable to be cooked by frying.
3. A pot equipped with a removable basket, designed to be used for frying objects; — also called deep fryer.
Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), from GCIDE 0.54 · with additions: GCIDE editors