patties

noun

plural of patty
as in cakes
a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried the enticing aroma of sausage patties sizzling in the skillet

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Recent Examples of patties 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 Use a flat spatula and a square of parchment paper (to prevent sticking) to press the balls into flat patties. — ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026 One of its hallmarks is a second bottom bun separating the two burger patties. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 1 Oct. 2026 The patties are made with a secret family recipe featuring a Romanian blend of spices. — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026 Delicious food — Jamaican patties, raspberry tarts, Nigerian-style goat, salmon tamales — scented the streets. — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026 Unlike many major fast-food chains, In-N-Out does not freeze its beef patties or produce, KTLA reported. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026 Roll them into balls, flatten into patties, or form into cylinders. — Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 7 Sep. 2026 In late August, Mayor Mamdani hosted a celebration of Caribbean culture at Gracie Mansion with plenty of patties and jerk chicken to go around. — Reshma B, VIBE.com, 7 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for patties
  1. cakes
  2. cutlets
  3. croquettes
  4. fritters
Noun
  • There are so many delicious desserts that star apples, including cakes, cobblers, and more.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2026
  • In cakes, crisps, and cobblers, a slightly softer apple can work well too.
    — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of cakes
Noun
  • Substitute the chicken breasts for cutlets for less prep work and faster cooking time.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 23 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, Martha Stewart, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of cutlets
Noun
  • Only light regional dishes and bites such as croquettes, Cinco Jotas ham, cheese, and quince, along with Rioja Alavesa wine, are served for lunch or supper via the Delicatessen or Egukzi Soro Bar and Garden (or room service).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The à la carte menu include standouts like squid ink croquettes and shrimp toast, but the seven-course Chef’s Journey is the best introduction to León’s style.
    — Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of croquettes
Noun
  • At night, the atmospheric restaurant serves chef Vitor Sobral’s contemporary Portuguese fare—cod fritters; cockles with xerem; chicken escabeche.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Most Apple Hill farms sell baked goods ranging from traditional apple pies to scones, fritters, turnovers, caramel apples and apple cider donuts.
    — Janet Fullwood, Mercury News, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of fritters

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“Patties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patties. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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