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schnitzel Definition

☆ schnit·zel (s̸hnit′səl)

noun

a cutlet, esp. of veal

Etymology: Ger, lit., a shaving, dim. of schnitz, a piece cut off < MHG sniz, akin to OE snithan, to cut, chop < IE base *sneit- > Czech snět, a branch

schnitzel Usage Examples

Noun used with modifier

  • wiener: I recommend the wiener schnitzel â the portion is huge, enough for two.