Synonyms

deep-fry

American

[deep-frahy] / ˈdipˈfraɪ /

verb (used with object)

deep-fried, deep-frying

to fry in a quantity of fat sufficient to cover the food being cooked.

deep-fry British

verb

to cook (fish, potatoes, etc) in sufficient hot fat to cover the food entirely

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Etymology

Origin of deep-fry

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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It’s not like one of those vegan places that’s trying to trick you or deep-fry their way around things.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 2, 2026

Clip a deep-fry thermometer to its side and heat the lard over high heat to 360°F.

From Washington Times • Apr. 14, 2023

Clip a deep-fry thermometer to its side and heat the oil over high heat to 350°F. Fit a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet and set it nearby.

From Salon • Oct. 31, 2021

Ando’s eureka moment came while watching his wife deep-fry tempura.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 7, 2021

Why didn’t we like the thick fatty pig skin that she would deep-fry so long that it tasted like rubber?

From "Krik? Krak!" by Edwidge Danticat

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