Wonton

/ˈwɑːnˌtɑːn/
noun

Wonton refers to a type of Chinese dumpling made of a thin dough, typically filled with meat, seafood, or vegetables.

I ordered a bowl of wonton soup at the restaurant.
Visual representation of "wonton" - Wonton refers to a type of Chinese dumpling made of a thin dough, typically filled with meat, seafood, or vegetables.

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wonton soup, steamed wontons, fried wontons

adjective

Wonton can also describe food that is soft and tender in texture, similar to the qualities found in the original dumpling.

The wonton nature of the dessert made it very enjoyable.
Visual representation of "wonton" - Wonton can also describe food that is soft and tender in texture, similar to the qualities found in the original dumpling.

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noun

Wonton refers to a type of Chinese dumpling made of a thin dough, typically filled with meat, seafood, or vegetables.

I ordered a bowl of wonton soup at the restaurant.
Visual representation of "wonton" - Wonton refers to a type of Chinese dumpling made of a thin dough, typically filled with meat, seafood, or vegetables.

Usage tips

Neutral

wonton soup, steamed wontons, fried wontons

adjective

Wonton can also describe food that is soft and tender in texture, similar to the qualities found in the original dumpling.

The wonton nature of the dessert made it very enjoyable.
Visual representation of "wonton" - Wonton can also describe food that is soft and tender in texture, similar to the qualities found in the original dumpling.

Usage tips

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Culinary

Wontons are often enjoyed in Asian cuisine.

Wontons are a staple in many Asian families.
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Cultural Significance

In many cultures, wontons can signify family gatherings over food.

Wontons are often made during significant celebrations such as Chinese New Year.
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Textural Description

Wontons are known for their soft, delicate texture.

The thin skin of wontons should be loved for its tenderness.
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Culinary

Wontons are often enjoyed in Asian cuisine.

Wontons are a staple in many Asian families.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Significance

In many cultures, wontons can signify family gatherings over food.

Wontons are often made during significant celebrations such as Chinese New Year.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Textural Description

Wontons are known for their soft, delicate texture.

The thin skin of wontons should be loved for its tenderness.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Culinary

Wontons are often enjoyed in Asian cuisine.

Wontons are a staple in many Asian families.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Significance

In many cultures, wontons can signify family gatherings over food.

Wontons are often made during significant celebrations such as Chinese New Year.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Textural Description

Wontons are known for their soft, delicate texture.

The thin skin of wontons should be loved for its tenderness.
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