Definition

A small, round dish made of minced meat or fish, often covered in pastry and fried until crispy.

Example

For dinner, I made delicious rissoles filled with seasoned beef and vegetables.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a rissole?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they're delicious!

They really are! You should definitely try one next time.

I will! I love trying new foods.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rissole → The word originates from Old French *rissoler*, meaning to brown or fry. It refers to a small, fried cake or pastry, typically filled with meat or vegetables.

Memory Tip

Imagine frying something to make it brown and crispy — that's what a rissole is, a small fried pastry.

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