Definition

A thin slice of meat, usually from veal or poultry, that is often cooked quickly.

Example

The chef prepared a delicious escalope with a lemon sauce.

Conversation

Have you ever tried making an escalope?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they're really tasty.

You should definitely give it a shot; they're quite easy to prepare.

I might just do that! I love dishes with thin slices of meat.

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Root Explanation

Escalope comes from the French word 'escalope', which is derived from the Old French 'escaloper', meaning to slice or to cut into thin pieces. The term originally referred to a thin slice of meat, particularly veal, that is breaded and fried. Thus, 'escalope' refers to a dish made from thinly sliced meat.

Memory Tip

Think of the French word for slicing ('escaloper') to remember that an 'escalope' is a thin slice of meat.

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