What does CHIPS mean?

Chips 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

1. (British) Thin slices of potato that have been fried until they are hard and crunchy, served hot and often salted. In the US, these are called "potato chips".

2. (North American) Thin slices of potato that have been cooked until they are crisp and golden brown, served hot and often salted. In the UK, these are called "crisps".

3. (British) A long, thin piece of potato that is fried and served with fish. In the US, these are called "French fries".

4. (North American) A thin, flat piece of silicon or other material containing electronic circuitry, used in computers and other electronic devices.

3. Pronunciations

US: /tʃɪps/

UK: /tʃɪps/

4. Origin and Usage

The word "chips" first appeared in the mid-19th century, and originally referred to thin slices of fruit or vegetables that had been fried or dried. The term was later applied specifically to potatoes, and the dish became popular in the UK and North America in the early 20th century. In the UK, "chips" typically refers to thin slices of potato that have been fried until they are hard and crunchy, while in North America, "chips" typically refers to thin slices of potato that have been cooked until they are crisp and golden brown. "Chips" can also refer to a long, thin piece of potato that is fried and served with fish in the UK, while in North America, this dish is called "French fries".

In addition to its culinary usage, "chips" is also a term used in electronics to refer to a thin, flat piece of silicon or other material containing electronic circuitry. This usage of the term dates back to the mid-20th century.

5. Synonyms

Potato chips (US), Crisps (UK), French fries (US), Fish and chips (UK)