fond - Meaning in Konkani

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fond - Meaning in Konkani

fond Word Forms & Inflections

Definitions and Meaning of fond in English

fond adjective

1. (followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for

   Synonyms

   partial

   Examples

   • "fond of chocolate"
   • "partial to horror movies"
2. extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent

   Synonyms

   adoring, doting

   Examples

   • "adoring grandparents"
   • "deceiving her preoccupied and doting husband with a young captain"
   • "hopelessly spoiled by a fond mother"
3. having or displaying warmth or affection

   Synonyms

   affectionate, lovesome, tender

   Examples

   • "a fond embrace"
   • "a tender glance"
   • "affectionate children"
   • "fond of his nephew"
4. absurd or silly because unlikely

   Examples

   • "fond fancies"
   • "fond hopes of becoming President"

Synonyms of fond

• partial
• adoring, doting
• affectionate, lovesome, tender

Description

In the culinary arts, fond is a contraction of fonds de cuisine which is loosely described as "the foundation and working capital of the kitchen". It refers to the flavorful solid bits of food stuck to a pan or pot after cooking. These bits are deglazed with a liquid in order to produce a stock, broth, or sauce. The name is an abbreviated form of the French word fondation.

Also see "Fond" on Wikipedia

More matches for fond

noun 

verb 

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