Definition: In the English language, "allard" refers to a piece of bread or pastry that has been baked or fried, often serving as an accompaniment to a dish such as pie crust. The term dates back to medieval times and means something similar to the doughnut in the United States.
Here's a brief overview of what allard might mean:
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Allard
- This word comes from Old French "allards" which means "bread", "pasta", or "cake". It was originally used as an ingredient to make bread, but it has since been adopted by many culinary cultures around the world.
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Bread or pastry that has been baked or fried
- In English, this phrase refers to a dish served with bread.
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Fried dough
- This is how allard is made. The dough is often ground into flour and then kneaded until it becomes sticky.
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Allard (bread)
- These are typically small, round pieces of bread that resemble a slice of pie crust.
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Pasta or pizza crust
- Allard can also be used as a substitute for pizza crust, though the texture may vary. It's often made by baking dough with water and yeast to form a crumbly dough.
In terms of its meaning in the Bible, it has different uses depending on the context. In Jewish religious practices, allards are used in prayer offerings. The use of bread as a symbol of thanksgiving is also mentioned in the Hebrew Scriptures, but this usage is not specific to Jews; other cultural groups have similar references.
In modern English, "allard" generally means a loaf or portion of a large meal like pizza, pie, or even a full plate of food.
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