freedom fries

Etymology
Originated at Cubbie's, a restaurant in Beaufort, North Carolina (owner Neal Rowland) in February 2003.

"It was never about politics," Rowland said of his initial decision to rename french fries "freedom fries." "It was about supporting our troops. Nothing has changed here. We still support our troops, and we still call them freedom fries."

Noun

 * 1)  French fries.

Usage notes
The term was created as a replacement for the term 'French fries' during a dispute between the United States of America and France in 2003. The term was used in the cafeteria in the Capitol building from March 2003 to August 2006, and was widely reported upon in the media and referenced by comedians.