frittata

noun

frit·​ta·​ta frē-ˈtä-tə How to pronounce frittata (audio)
: an unfolded omelet often containing chopped vegetables or meats

Examples of frittata in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Smoky eggplant and scallions are loaded into a frittata. Scott Hocker, theweek, 2 Aug. 2024 Green Chile, Corn and Zucchini Frittata (Glenn Koenig / Los Angeles Times) That same wonderful combination — green chile, zucchini and corn — also shows up in this simple frittata from Parsons. Cindy Carcamo, Los Angeles Times, 28 July 2024 The menu will feature Greek takes on breakfast classics and include dishes such as zucchini frittata, banana and pecan French toast made with Greek tsoureki bread, a chickpea and feta protein bowl with yogurt dressing, a chicken or pork gyro wrap and more. Rachel Bernhard, Journal Sentinel, 29 Apr. 2024 Remer suggests items like egg burritos or french toast sticks that will heat up quickly—and there are dozens of other options like waffles, pancakes, muffin cup frittatas, and more that fit the bill for a filling and nutritious breakfast on the go. Martha Swann-Quinn, Parents, 31 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for frittata 

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Word History

Etymology

Italian, from fritto fried — more at frit entry 1

First Known Use

1877, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of frittata was in 1877

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“Frittata.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frittata. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.

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