latke
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of latke
1925–30; < Yiddish < East Slavic; compare Byelorussian ( g ) latka, dial. form of aladka kind of pancake, Old Russian oladǐya ( Russian oládʾya ), probably < Greek elá ( i ) dion, derivative of élaion oil
Example Sentences
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Not a trendy new fry or artisanal latke, but the humble McDonald’s hash brown— once a symbol of cheap, easy breakfast.
From Salon • Aug. 10, 2025
Topol says at her Hanukkah celebrations, there are always a few people who have never had a latke before.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 22, 2024
Once you’ve fried the perfect latke, you have a canvas to create anything your heart desires.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 13, 2022
Otherwise, show support for your favorite latke topping in front of the #TeamAppleSauce or #TeamSourCream walls.
From Washington Post • Dec. 10, 2021
The kitchen still reeks of onions from last night’s latke extravaganza, but I’m too happy to care.
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
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