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Cecil

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Noun — A small fried patty made of minced meat, breadcrumbs, and onions.

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Etymology

The dish sense likely comes from the given name Cecil, itself from Latin Caecilius, a Roman family name related to "caecus" ("blind").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Cecil” mean?

The word “Cecil” means a small fried patty made of minced meat, breadcrumbs, and onions. In plain terms, a fried meatball-like patty, less commonly a male given name.

How do you pronounce “Cecil”?

“Cecil” is pronounced SEE-suhl (/ˈsiːsəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “Cecil” in a sentence?

Here is “Cecil” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother served cecils with mashed potatoes and gravy.”

What part of speech is “Cecil”?

“Cecil” is a noun.

Where does the word “Cecil” come from?

The word “Cecil” comes from Latin. The dish sense likely comes from the given name Cecil, itself from Latin Caecilius, a Roman family name related to "caecus" ("blind").

Is “Cecil” a common word?

“Cecil” is an uncommon word in modern English.

Related words

Cecilia Cecilton

Nearby words

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