"tater tot" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: tater tots [plural]
Etymology: Appellativisation of the trademark Tater Tot. Head templates: {{en-noun}} tater tot (plural tater tots)
  1. (Canada, US) A small cylindrical piece of grated potato, generally deep-fried. Wikipedia link: Tater Tot Tags: Canada, US Categories (topical): Foods Categories (lifeform): Potatoes Synonyms: potato tot, tot Related terms: french fries, hash browns Translations (small cylindrical piece of grated potato, generally deep-fried): tater tot (French)

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