chowder

verb

chow·der | \ ˈchau̇-dər

chowdered; chowdering; chowders

Definition of chowder

(Entry 1 of 2)

transitive verb

: to make chowder of

chowder

noun

Definition of chowder (Entry 2 of 2)

: a soup or stew of seafood (such as clams or fish) usually made with milk or tomatoes, salt pork, onions, and other vegetables (such as potatoes) also : a soup resembling chowder corn chowder

Examples of chowder in a Sentence

Noun

a bowl of clam chowder

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

As the spectators disperse, some wander over to the food tents, lured by the smells of clam chowder and the chorizo sandwiches. — Cathy Alter, Washington Post, "Connecticut’s last commercial seaport — Stonington — shines in Mystic’s shadow," 7 June 2019 Menu offerings will include clam chowder, lobster rolls, flatbreads, and more. — Julia Preszler, BostonGlobe.com, "Openings, closings, and more in the south suburbs," 25 May 2018 Smoked fish can also be used in place of bacon — double-smoked salmon imitating bacon is a thing that exists in the world, or at least in markets these days — as in a carbonara pasta, quiche, corn chowder, sautéed greens, or over grits. — Elisa Ludwig, Philly.com, "Beyond bagels: The many uses for smoked fish," 24 Apr. 2018 Our clam chowder has been a staple on the menu since the mid- to late-’80s. — Joanne Kempinger Demski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Beans & Barley's clam chowder is 'exquisite'," 23 Apr. 2018 Nominate your favorite soups, chowders, bisques in the quick form below. — Yadi Rodriguez, cleveland.com, "In the mood for soup? Who makes the best in Greater Cleveland? (contest)," 5 Mar. 2018 Boston clam chowder, lobster rolls, pork sliders and the mashed potato bar ranked as favorites. — Houston Chronicle, "MTSIR rewards success with Boston trip," 20 May 2018 Eat: Brine The menu at Brine consists of unique interpretations of top-notch meats and fresh seafood; take, for example, the clam chowder that switches bacon bits for soft slices of pork belly. — Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, "3 Best Day Trips From Boston," 9 Aug. 2018 Just as people think lobster rolls and clam chowder are iconically Boston, locals know that dinner on Hanover Street followed by a lazy walk through the North End are just as much a part of this city's culinary identity. — Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, "18 Best Restaurants in Boston," 16 July 2018

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