word
French
en papillote
ahn pah-pee-YOT
ɒ̃ pɑːpiːˈjɒtListen
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Syllable breakdown
enpapillote
Dictionary meaning
A method of cooking in which food is enclosed in a folded parcel of greaseproof paper or foil and baked, allowing it to steam in its own juices.
History and origin
French — 'in parchment'.
Common mispronunciations
en PAP-ih-loteahn pah-pee-LOT
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