Etymology

raclette

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Today it means: A dish, of Swiss origin, similar to a fondue, consisting of melted cheese traditionally served on boiled potatoes and accompanied with pickles. Full definition →

French raclette
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  1. French · borrowed fromraclette
  2. English todayraclette

Borrowed from French raclette, the diminutive form of racler.

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