FONDUE


Meaning of FONDUE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ noun ]

also fon·du fän-ˈdü, -ˈdyü, ˈfän-ˌ

Etymology: French fondue, from feminine of fondu, past participle of fondre to melt, from Old French — more at found

Date: 1878

1.

a.

(1) : a preparation of melted cheese (as Swiss cheese and Gruyère) usually flavored with white wine and kirsch

(2) : a dish that consists of small pieces of food (as meat or fruit) cooked in or dipped into a hot liquid

beef fondue

chocolate fondue

b. : a chafing dish in which fondue is made

2. : a dish similar to a soufflé usually made with cheese and bread crumbs

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