patty

noun pat·ty \ ˈpa-tē \

variants: or less commonly pattie

Definition of patty

plural patties

1 :a little pie

2 a :a small flat cake of chopped food

a hamburger patty

b :a small flat candy

a peppermint patty

3 :patty shell

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Examples of patty in a Sentence

the enticing aroma of sausage patties sizzling in the skillet

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Grocery chain Aldi is recalling sausage patties sold in stores in Illinois, Wisconsin and Iowa that might have been contaminated with listeria.

— becky yerak, chicagotribune.com, "Aldi recalls Fair Oaks Farms sausage patties sold in Illinois," 24 Aug. 2017
Gently work the ingredients into the beef and form into 4 patties.

— for kroger, The Courier-Journal, "Learn how to make Gorgonzola Burgers," 21 Aug. 2017
The idea of a burger-sized falafel patty, instead of traditional balls, is a great idea.

— polly campbell, Cincinnati.com, "Don't Falafel: Have this veggie burger," 18 July 2017
Four chain operations have put new burger offerings on their menus: ▪ Culver’s restaurant: Wisconsin Big Cheese Pub Burger, beef patty topped with American, cheddar and Havarti cheese and garlic mayonnaise.

— joyce smith, kansascity, "Menu debuts: Four new burgers in KC area from $4 to $14.49," 17 July 2017
The farm fresh plate features two farm fresh eggs, house potatoes or sliced tomato, one slice of toast and choice of smoked bacon or two sausage patties or links.

— jessi virtusio, Post-Tribune, "Globally inspired, locally sourced food at Redbird Cafe in Homewood," 12 July 2017
George Richards @GeorgeRichards During Marlins games, BGR Deck gets busy with burger options starting at a single (one beef patty) to the four sizzling cords of beef piled high on the grand slam.

— george richards, miamiherald, "Food at Marlins Park earns Miami another All-Star selection," 9 July 2017
Top with a patty, then dollop 2 to 2 1/2 teaspoons blue cheese sauce over the meat, then top with bun.

— jill wendholt silva, kansascity.com, "Five easy (and, shhh, healthy) recipes for the Fourth," 3 July 2017
Grill patties 2 to 3 minutes each side or until meat thermometer registers 155 degrees.

— jill wendholt silva, kansascity, "Five easy (and, shhh, healthy) recipes for the Fourth," 3 July 2017

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Origin and Etymology of patty

French pâté pâté

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First Known Use: 1660

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patty Synonyms

Synonyms

croquette, cutlet, fritter, galette, cake (also pattie)

Related Words

finger, stick; gâteau (or gateau)

PATTY Defined for English Language Learners

patty

noun

Definition of patty for English Language Learners

: a small, flat cake of chopped food
: a soft, flat candy

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patty

noun pat·ty \ ˈpa-tē \

Definition of patty for Students

plural patties

:a small flat cake of chopped food

a hamburger patty

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