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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."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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