noun

chowder

CHOWD

Chowder (noun) means a thick, creamy soup usually containing seafood or vegetables and potatoes. Example: “We ordered clam chowder in a bread bowl.”

noun

A thick, creamy soup usually containing seafood or vegetables and potatoes.

"We ordered clam chowder in a bread bowl."

"Corn chowder is a popular vegetarian option."

How to Use Chowder

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA thick, hearty soup, classically made with clams or fish, milk, and potatoes.

Common pairings

clam chowder corn chowder bowl of chowder

Word Forms

chowdered past tense, chowders singular

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Etymology

Probably from French chaudière ("cooking pot"), from Late Latin caldaria, related to the same root as "cauldron."

Origin: Late Latin

Rhymes for chowder

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “chowder” mean?

The word “chowder” means a thick, creamy soup usually containing seafood or vegetables and potatoes. In plain terms, a thick, hearty soup, classically made with clams or fish, milk, and potatoes.

How do you pronounce “chowder”?

“Chowder” is pronounced CHOWD (/ˈt͡ʃaʊdɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “chowder” in a sentence?

Here is “chowder” used in a sentence: “We ordered clam chowder in a bread bowl.”

What part of speech is “chowder”?

“Chowder” is a noun.

Where does the word “chowder” come from?

The word “chowder” comes from Late Latin. Probably from French chaudière ("cooking pot"), from Late Latin caldaria, related to the same root as "cauldron.".