"blintz" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: blintzes [plural]
Etymology: From Yiddish בלינצע (blintse). Etymology templates: {{bor|en|yi|בלינצע}} Yiddish בלינצע (blintse) Head templates: {{en-noun}} blintz (plural blintzes)
  1. A thin blin (pancake), filled (often with sweet cheese) and folded, then fried and often served with sour cream, fruit, or a sweet sauce. Wikipedia link: blintz Categories (topical): Cakes and pastries Related terms: blinchik Translations (Translations): blin [masculine] (Polish)

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