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Croquette
noun /krəˈket/
Definition
A small, shaped mass of food—typically made from mashed potatoes, meat, or vegetables—coated in breadcrumbs and deep-fried until crisp.
Origin
From French croquette, meaning “little crunch,” derived from croquer (“to crunch”). The term entered English in the early 18th century alongside the spread of French cuisine.
Example sentence
The diner served potato croquettes with a golden crust and a soft, fluffy center, similar to classic tater tots but more delicately seasoned.