Crouton: meaning, definitions and examples
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crouton
[ หkruหtษn ]
food, salad
A crouton is a small piece of toasted or fried bread that is often used as a garnish for soups and salads. They are usually seasoned, providing additional flavor and texture to the dish. Croutons can vary in size and are commonly made from leftover bread. They can be found in various cuisines and are a popular addition to caesar salads or as a topping on creamy soups.
Synonyms
bread crisps, bread cubes, toasted bread
Examples of usage
- I added croutons to my salad for extra crunch.
- The tomato soup was topped with crunchy garlic croutons.
- Homemade croutons can elevate your dish significantly.
Translations
Translations of the word "crouton" in other languages:
๐ต๐น crouton
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฐเคพเคเคเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Crouton
๐ฎ๐ฉ crouton
๐บ๐ฆ ะบัััะพะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ grzanka
๐ฏ๐ต ใฏใซใใณ
๐ซ๐ท croรปton
๐ช๐ธ crutรณn
๐น๐ท kruton
๐ฐ๐ท ํฌ๋ฃจํต
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุฑุงุชูู
๐จ๐ฟ kruton
๐ธ๐ฐ krutรณn
๐จ๐ณ ้ขๅ ไธ
๐ธ๐ฎ krutoni
๐ฎ๐ธ krouton
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบัััะพะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแ แฃแขแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kruton
๐ฒ๐ฝ crutรณn
Etymology
The word 'crouton' is derived from the French word 'croรปton', which is a diminutive form of 'croรปte', meaning 'crust'. The term began appearing in English in the early 19th century, reflecting the popularity of French cuisine during that time. In its original form in French, a 'croรปte' referred to the crust of bread, and over time, it evolved to signify small pieces of toasted bread added to soups and salads. As culinary practices spread and evolved, croutons became a staple in various cuisines worldwide, often customized with different seasonings and types of bread, enhancing the overall dining experience.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #42,190, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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