Pronunciation: /ˈræʃər/

Definitions of rasher

noun a thin slice of bacon or ham

Example Sentences

A1 I would like a rasher of bacon with my breakfast, please.

A2 She fried up a rasher of ham for sandwiches.

B1 The recipe calls for a rasher of smoked salmon to be added at the end.

B2 The chef recommended using a rasher of pancetta to enhance the flavor of the dish.

C1 The gourmet burger joint offers a rasher of crispy prosciutto as a topping option.

C2 The charcuterie board featured a rasher of artisanal bacon that was a hit with the guests.

adjective having a quality resembling that of bacon or ham, typically used to describe a reckless or impetuous action

Example Sentences

A1 I would like a rasher sandwich for lunch.

A2 She added a rasher of bacon to her breakfast plate.

B1 The recipe calls for a rasher of smoked ham.

B2 The chef prepared a rasher of crispy prosciutto as a garnish.

C1 The gourmet burger was topped with a rasher of premium bacon.

C2 The charcuterie board featured a rasher of artisanal pancetta.

Examples of rasher in a Sentence

formal The chef placed a rasher of bacon on top of the eggs benedict.

informal I'll have a rasher of bacon with my breakfast, please.

slang I can't resist a good rasher of crispy bacon.

figurative He was a rasher of a man, always acting without thinking.

Grammatical Forms of rasher

past tense

rashed

plural

rashers

comparative

more rash

superlative

most rash

present tense

rashes

future tense

will rasher

perfect tense

have rashed

continuous tense

is rashing

singular

rasher

positive degree

rash

infinitive

to rasher

gerund

rashing

participle

rashed

Origin and Evolution of rasher

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'rasher' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'rache', meaning a slice of bacon or ham.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'rasher' became more commonly associated with a thin slice of bacon rather than ham. It has also evolved to be used more broadly to refer to any thin slice of meat or fish cooked quickly.