variants also pattie
Definition of pattynext
as in cake
a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried the enticing aroma of sausage patties sizzling in the skillet

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Recent Examples of patty Since 1970, this takeout spot has been obliging Wakefield with Jamaican patties done by the book. Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 11 May 2026 Other chains with current deals include Checkers & Rally’s, which are offering sandwiches with double patties for $3.49, including a cheeseburger, Sourdough Double Melt, and Spicy Double Chicken. Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 8 May 2026 This former multi-time Indy Burger Battle champ at Keystone at the Crossing changed ownership in late 2024, but Flamme Burger still grills a praiseworthy patty. Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 8 May 2026 Consider the Lumberjack, which has two beef patties served with Swiss cheese and Wisconsin Cheddar on three slices of Texas Toast. Gail Ciampa, The Providence Journal, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for patty
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Noun
  • For example, add strawberries or raspberries to a small slice of chocolate cake.
    Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 14 May 2026
  • Additionally, there are plenty of whole-grain or brown rice cake options available today.
    Christina Manian, Health, 14 May 2026
Noun
  • The Italian dish usually features thin chicken cutlets topped with prosciutto and sage, and Keenan adds jelly to it.
    Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
  • My husband — who needed protein and calories but could consume only soft foods — was served chicken cutlets.
    Elisabeth Rosenthal, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026

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“Patty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patty. Accessed 19 May. 2026.

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