schnitzel

[ shnit-suhl ]

noun

1. a cutlet, especially of veal.

schnitzel

/ ˈʃnɪtsəl /

noun

1. a thin slice of meat, esp veal See also Wiener schnitzel

Word History and Origins

Origin of schnitzel¹

1850–55, Americanism; < German: a shaving, derivative of schnitzeln to whittle

Word History and Origins

Origin of schnitzel¹

German: cutlet, from schnitzen to carve, schnitzeln to whittle

Example Sentences

“We first put schnitzel on the menu during the colder months,” says Star.

From Seattle Times

There are many ways to make pork chops: smothered, roasted, deep fried, boneless katsu, schnitzel — the list goes on!

From Seattle Times

An insurance agent in a flowered blouse, she squeezed in among platters of schnitzel and frothy beers for her first visit to the AfD, the German initials by which the party is known.

From New York Times

She said that before her appearance on “Chef’s Table,” guests tended to expect dishes like pizza, schnitzel and spaghetti with clams.

From New York Times

We spoke with Hasselhoff about his passion for trains, a race from Amsterdam to London, and his taste for Wiener schnitzel.

From Washington Post