fry up
(transitive) To prepare by frying.
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(transitive) To prepare by frying.
I'll just fry up a couple of eggs.
“Depressive fry up. We’re awesome.”
— Bluesky· May 2026
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(British, idiomatic) a breakfast made of tomatoes, scrambled eggs, fried eggs, bacon, sausages, hash browns, baked beans, black pudding, chips, toast and mushrooms (or any combination thereof); full English breakfast.
Though fattening, a fry up is without doubt my favourite way to start the day.
“Majoran Potato soup! Leave out bacon & sausage, and fry up some croutons for toppings. Easy to make & customise 😋 www.madamecuisine.de/omas-kartoff...”
— Bluesky· May 2026
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