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Fritter Definition & Meaning

fritter
noun
  1. small quantity of fried batter containing fruit or meat or vegetables
verb
  1. spend frivolously and unwisely; "Fritter away one's inheritance"

"Fritter" in song lyrics

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  • "Apple fritter"
    Edan — Beautiful Food
  • "corn fritter"
    AOL — AOL
  • "gulf fritter"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does fritter mean?
small quantity of fried batter containing fruit or meat or vegetables spend frivolously and unwisely; "Fritter away one's inheritance"
What part of speech is fritter?
Fritter is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does fritter have?
Fritter has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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