RAMEQUIN

ramekin, ramequin

(noun) a small fireproof dish used for baking and serving individual portions

ramekin, ramequin

(noun) a cheese dish made with egg and bread crumbs that is baked and served in individual fireproof dishes

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

ramequin (plural ramequins)

Alternative form of ramekin

Source: Wiktionary


Ram"e*quin, n. Etym: [F.] (Cookery)

Definition: A mixture of cheese, eggs, etc., formed in a mold, or served on bread. [Written also ramekin.]

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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