fryer

noun

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 fryer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

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

Our readers like to use microwave bacon or prepare bacon in the air fryer to still enjoy a fresh BLT without turning on the stovetop or oven. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 17 July 2026

Make sure to add a side of fries—they're made in a dedicated GF fryer. — Luke Pyenson, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1851, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing fryer

• air fryer
• deep-fat fryer
• deep fryer

Rhymes for fryer

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

Kids Definition

fryer

noun

fry·​er

variants also frier

ˈfrī(-ə)r

1

: something (as a young chicken) suitable for frying

2

: a deep utensil for frying foods