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

1. a soup with won ton dumplings