Meaning of the word wonton in English

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wonton

US /ˈwɑːn.tɑːn/
UK /ˌwɒnˈtɒn/
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Noun

a type of dumpling commonly found in a number of Chinese cuisines. It is made by folding a square wrapper (a dough skin) over a filling, usually of seasoned meat or seafood.

Example:
I love eating wonton soup on a cold day.
The restaurant is famous for its fried wontons.