deep–fry

verb \ˈdēp-ˈfrī\

: to cook (food) in a deep layer of oil or fat

Full Definition of DEEP-FRY

transitive verb

: to cook in deep fat

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1922

DEEP-FRY Defined for Kids

verb \ˈdēp-ˈfrī\

deep–frieddeep–fry·ing

: to cook in deep fat

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