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Wordabulary

fries

Pronunciation
Noun A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Long, thin strips of potato cooked in hot oil until crisp.

"He ordered a burger and a large portion of fries."

Usage notes

In British English, this food is more often called chips.

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "He ordered a burger and a large portion of _____."

Answer: fries

In your own words, what does "fries" mean?

Long, thin strips of potato cooked in hot oil until crisp.

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