Croquette — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /krō-ˈket/ cro·quette

Meaning & Definition of Croquette

Croquette (noun)

  1. a small often rounded mass consisting usually of minced meat, fish, or vegetable coated with egg and bread crumbs and deep-fried

Croquette (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried

    "a fish croquette that tasted more of filler than of fish"

    related: finger, stick, gâteau

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Croquette

The most common words with a similar meaning to Croquette:

Origin & Etymology of Croquette

French, from croquer to crunch, from Middle French, to strike, break, cause to crack, of imitative origin

First known use: 1706

Frequently Asked Questions about Croquette

What does "Croquette" mean?

"Croquette" means a small often rounded mass consisting usually of minced meat, fish, or vegetable coated with egg and bread crumbs and deep-fried. As a noun, it is defined as: a small often rounded mass consisting usually of minced meat, fish, or vegetable coated with egg and bread crumbs and deep-fried.

What is another word for "Croquette"?

Other words for "Croquette" include cake, cutlet, fritter, galette and patty. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Croquette" you intend.

How do you use "Croquette" in a sentence?

Examples of "Croquette" in a sentence: "a fish croquette that tasted more of filler than of fish".

Is "Croquette" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Croquette" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Croquette"?

"Croquette" is pronounced /krō-ˈket/ and divided into syllables as cro·quette.

What is the origin of the word "Croquette"?

"Croquette" comes from French, from croquer to crunch, from Middle French, to strike, break, cause to crack, of imitative origin. First known use: 1706.

What is another word for "Croquette" meaning "a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried"?

When "Croquette" (noun) means a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried, synonyms include cake, cutlet, fritter, galette and patty.

What words are related to "Croquette"?

Words related to "Croquette" include finger, stick and gâteau.