Pour the oil 1/4 inch deep into a 10- to 12-inch skillet. Heat over medium heat until it is hot but not smoking, or until a breadcrumb sizzles and browns quickly when dropped in the oil. Cook two of the tilapia fillets until they are crisp and browned, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
Definition of epitome. 1  1a : a summary of a written workb : a brief presentation or statement of something. 2  2 : a typical or ideal example : embodiment the British monarchy itself is the epitome of tradition â Richard Joseph. 3  3 : brief or miniature form âusually used with in.
Webster Dictionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: 1  Epitomize(verb) to make an epitome of; to shorten or abridge, as a writing or discourse; to reduce within a smaller space; as, to epitomize the works of Justin. 2  Epitomize(verb) to diminish, as by cutting off something; to curtail; as, to epitomize words.