Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chow-mein
Noun
/ˌtʃaʊˈmeɪn/
Definition
A Chinese dish consisting of stir-fried noodles, typically with vegetables and meat, served in a variety of ways.
Examples
- Many restaurants in America offer chow mein as a staple item on their menus.
- She ordered chicken chow mein with extra vegetables for dinner.
- At the party, the homemade chow mein was a hit among the guests.
Meaning
Chow mein refers to a popular Chinese noodle dish that combines wheat noodles with stir-fried ingredients, often featuring vegetables, meats, or tofu.
Synonyms
- Stir-fried noodles
- Noodle stir-fry
- Chow mein noodles
