Etymology

au gratin

Today it means: Covered with a crust of breadcrumbs (and often cheese) then browned under a grill. Full definition →

French au gratin
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  1. French · borrowed fromau gratin
  2. English todayau gratin

Unadapted borrowing from French au gratin.

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