wonton soup
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Definition
Noun: A type of soup containing wonton dumplings, which are small parcels of seasoned filling (typically minced pork or shrimp) wrapped in a thin dough wrapper, served in a clear broth.
Usage
"Wonton soup" is used as a singular, countable noun to refer to the specific dish. It is commonly found on menus in Chinese restaurants. * For lunch, I ordered a bowl of wonton soup. * Wonton soup is often served as an appetizer. * This restaurant makes the best wonton soup in the city.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used descriptively in compound nouns, though these are considered separate lexical items (e.g., , ).
- In informal contexts, it is sometimes shortened to just "wontons" when the context is clear, though this technically refers to the dumplings themselves, not the soup dish.
Variants and Related Words
- Wonton (noun): The individual dumpling itself, which is the key ingredient in the soup. It can also be served fried.
- Soup (noun): A general term for a liquid dish, typically savory and made by boiling ingredients.
Synonyms
- Dumpling soup: A more general term, as "wonton" is a specific type of Chinese dumpling.
Notes on Different Meanings
The term "wonton soup" has a very specific culinary meaning and is not typically used metaphorically or in other contexts. Its meaning is consistently tied to the food item.
Noun
- a soup with won ton dumplings