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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

fritter

/ˈfrɪtər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does fritter mean?

noun, verb

A small piece of food, typically fried or baked, often served as a snack or dessert. To waste or squander something, especially time or resources.

Example

"She spent the afternoon frittering away her time on social media."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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