schnitzel
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of schnitzel
1850–55, < German: a shaving, derivative of schnitzeln to whittle
Vocabulary lists containing schnitzel
World Cuisine - Introductory
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Example Sentences
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On a recent wintry night, Nodler was excited to spot two familiar guests at a table enjoying chicken schnitzel and homemade milk bread: the butcher shop owner and town locksmith.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026
But their fried chicken sandwich — made with crumbed chicken schnitzel, tarragon butter, lettuce and housemade pickle mayo on a steamed potato bun — is their bestseller.
From Salon • Apr. 24, 2025
Klaus Rainer Röhl’s German-language dictionary includes an entry on a pork schnitzel with a questionable name and another on the word acceptance.
From Slate • Jan. 5, 2025
“We first put schnitzel on the menu during the colder months,” says Star.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 28, 2023
He liked to argue over the beer and schnitzel Rudolph bought.
From Dangerous Days by Rinehart, Mary Roberts
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