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Date: 1900-2000
Language: Mandarin Chinese
Origin: chao mian, from chao 'to cook in hot oil' + mian 'dough'

chow mein

 noun
     
Related topics: Food Dish
chow mein [uncountable]
DFF a Chinese dish made with meat, vegetables, and noodles
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