Kentucky fried
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Kentucky fried
An Americanism dating back to 1970–75
Example Sentences
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Nor has anyone ever documented the "Kentucky fried rat" that allegedly fell into the batter at a fast-food restaurant.
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