frier

1 of 2

noun (1)

fri·​er

less common spelling of fryer

: something intended for or used in frying: such as

a

: a young chicken

b

: a deep utensil for frying foods

fryer

2 of 2

noun (2)

fry·​er ˈfrī(-ə)r 

variants or less commonly frier

: something intended for or used in frying: such as

a

: a young chicken

b

: a deep utensil for frying foods

Examples of frier in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

From Kamala Harris' teenage résumé to Donald Trump in an apron working a frier, McDonald's has become a noteworthy topic in the 2024 election campaign. — David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024

Dan’s yucca fritters came out from the frier mushy — another dunk in the oil helped crisp them up, but added an extra layer of grease. — Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 12 June 2024

Noun

Fifteen live cockroaches were found in food prep and dry storage areas – as well as on paper and takeout items, on the backs of cutting boards and inside of the deep fryer door. — Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

There was a backup at the side floor drain near the three-compartment sink during a test A grease build up was seen on the sides and in between the fryers and stove. — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun (2)

1851, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing frier

• air fryer
• deep-fat fryer
• deep fryer

Rhymes for frier

• acquire
• attire
• bonfire
• campfire
• ceasefire
• conspire
• desire
• enquire
• entire
• greenbrier
• gunfire
• homebuyer

Kids Definition

frier

variant of fryer