frittata

noun

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

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For those who think eggs, frittatas, quiche or French toast shouldn’t be confined to early morning hours — and can be enhanced by a mimosa — brunch is also for you. Nicole Hvidsten, Boston Herald, 16 Apr. 2025 As ship restaurants need to rise to the occasion day and night to fully be appreciated, during the day, there’ll also be a Spanish-American brunch with dishes that include jamon croquettes paired with options such as acai bowls, pastries and frittatas. Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025 The menu, which features roasted lamb, cod baccala and an asparagus frittata, is priced at $89 per person. Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Mar. 2025 Slide a spatula around the edges to loosen the frittata and transfer to a serving plate. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for frittata

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 4 Jun. 2025.

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