Definition

A kitchen tool or appliance used for cooking food in hot oil or fat, often with a basket to hold the food while it cooks.

Example

I used the fryer to make crispy French fries for dinner.

Conversation

Have you ever used a deep fryer for cooking?

Yeah, it's really convenient for making crispy food!

I want to try making fries in a fryer this weekend.

That sounds fun! Just make sure to watch the oil temperature.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fryer → The word 'fryer' comes from the Old French 'frire' (meaning to fry) and the agent suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A fryer is a person or device that fries food.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'fries' food ('frire') — that's why a fryer is a person or device that cooks by frying.

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