fryer

Or fri·er

[frahy-er]

noun

1. a person or thing that fries. fry.

2. something, as a young chicken, to be cooked by frying. fry.

3. deep fryer.

fryer

/ ˈfraɪə /

noun

1. a person or thing that fries

2. a young chicken suitable for frying

Word History and Origins

Origin of fryer¹

First recorded in 1850–55; fry ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Enjoy them straight out of the box or warmed up in the oven or air fryer for a few minutes.

From Salon

Batch cooking and using an air fryer or microwave rather than heating up the oven for a small item can save energy.

From BBC

One employee in Alhambra described working in over 100-degree heat, among grills and fryers, according to worker testimony included in the report.

From Los Angeles Times

There’s also a bartering and swap group where folks negotiate clever exchanges: “I have an unused air fryer. You have an unused desk chair. Want to swap?”

From Salon

Warm them up in an air fryer or conventional oven until they’re crispy and golden brown.

From Salon