Definition

A type of thin pancake that is rolled up and usually filled with cheese, then cooked and often served with sour cream.

Example

For breakfast, I enjoyed a delicious blintz filled with sweet cheese and topped with fruit.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a blintz?

No, I haven't! What is it exactly?

It's a thin, rolled pancake filled with cheese and often served with sour cream.

That sounds delicious! I should definitely give a blintz a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Blintz originates from Yiddish 'blintz', which is derived from the Russian 'blin' (блин), meaning a thin pancake or crepe. The word refers to a type of filled pancake, often served in Jewish cuisine.

Memory Tip

Think of the Russian word 'blin' for a thin pancake, which helps you remember that a blintz is a type of filled pancake.

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