Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chicken nuggets
Noun
/ˈtʃɪkɪn ˈnʌɡɪts/
Definition
Small, breaded and fried or baked pieces of chicken, often served as a snack or meal.
Examples
- Many kids love to eat chicken nuggets for lunch.
- We ordered a large platter of chicken nuggets for the party.
- She dipped her chicken nuggets in barbecue sauce.
Meaning
Chicken nuggets are bite-sized pieces made from chicken meat that have been coated with breading and are usually deep-fried, although they can also be baked.
Synonyms
- Chicken tenders
- Chicken fingers
- Chicken bites
