French toast

noun

1. bread dipped in a batter of egg and milk and sautéed until brown, usually served with syrup or sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon.

French toast

noun

1. toast cooked on one side only
2. bread dipped in beaten egg and lightly fried

Word History and Origins

Origin of French toast¹

First recorded in 1650–60

Example Sentences

He is the captain of the party bus, the lord of the tornado-shelter rec room, the orderer of “French toast for the table.”

From Los Angeles Times

I’ve gotten some slightly stale baguettes which made for great baked French toast.

From Salon

Never before has French toast with bacon and maple syrup tasted so good.

From BBC

The rejuvenated bread "has the texture of French toast and the flavor of grilled cheese."

From Salon

Again, I am not saying we should cancel Mother’s Day, which is lovely and important, and I will definitely be expecting French toast and flowers from my adoring children and spouse.

From Los Angeles Times