stir-fry
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1stir–fry

verb \-ˈfrī\

Definition of STIR-FRY

transitive verb
: to fry quickly over high heat in a lightly oiled pan (as a wok) while stirring continuously
intransitive verb
: to prepare food by stir-frying it

First Known Use of STIR-FRY

1959

2stir–fry

noun \-ˌfrī\

Definition of STIR-FRY

: a dish of something stir-fried

First Known Use of STIR-FRY

1959

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