potato chips
nounUK /pəˈteɪ.təʊ tʃɪps/
US /pəˈteɪ.toʊ tʃɪps/
Potato chips are thin slices of potato that are fried until they are crispy.
She opened a bag of potato chips to share with her friends.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Thin slices of other vegetables or fruits fried until crispy, such as banana chips or apple chips.
He bought a bag of banana chips at the health food store.
3. In British English, 'chips' usually refers to thick-cut french fries, while 'crisps' means potato chips.
In London, she ordered fish and chips, which came with thick fries, not crispy potato chips.
4. A snack food often served at parties or eaten while watching movies.
They set out bowls of potato chips and dip for the movie night.