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Definition of hash brown
hash brown
Plural:hash browns
hash brown Lexical Profile
CEFR
A2
Grade
3
Tier
1
Usage
Top 10k
• noun
1
American A dish consisting of finely chopped or shredded potatoes that are formed into a patty or cooked loose, and pan-fried until browned and crispy, typically served for breakfast.
Example
"She ordered a classic diner breakfast featuring scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, and a golden hash brown."
Synonyms
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Originated in the United States in the late 19th century, originally called 'hashed brown potatoes', referring to the culinary process of chopping (hashing) the potatoes and pan-frying them until browned.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hash brown. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hash brown