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cutlet

noun

ˈkət-lət

Definition of cutlet

as in cake

a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried a breaded veal cutlet

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Recent Examples of cutlet The types of establishment vary widely, ranging from a tonkatsu pork cutlet restaurant in Hokkaido to cafes and soba shops in Kyoto's touristy areas, and a steakhouse on Ishigaki Island in Okinawa Prefecture. — Masayuki Oi Japan News, Arkansas Online, 25 Sep. 2026 Substitute the chicken breasts for cutlets for less prep work and faster cooking time. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2026 Remove from oven, turn cutlet over with tongs, and spread 1½ cups homemade or store-bought marinara sauce over. — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026 If pork sounds better to you, consider these lemony sautéed cutlets or our crispy pork cutlets, either of which would complement the dish without overpowering its delicate flavor. — Martha Stewart, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cutlet

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As the train pulls away from the station, Arabic coffee and chocolates are handed out, later followed by a snack box with two shawarma sandwiches, a cake and a bottle of water, all included in the ticket price.

— Sophia Dyer, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2026
Alongside a menu of baked tagliolini, lamb, and soft vanilla meringue cake, attendees viewed presentations spotlighting the Hall’s youth programs, digital platforms, and efforts to expand its music education worldwide.

— Aaron Royce, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2026

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Burgers develop a deeper crust on leaner patties, especially when cooked on a griddle or in a skillet.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 12 Oct. 2026
Popular dishes besides their poke bowls include the loco moco, a hamburger patty topped with a sunnyside up egg; and pork lau lau, a pork and fish dish.

— Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Oct. 2026

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