dumpling
dumpling Lexical Profile
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• noun
A small parcel of dough, often wrapping a savory filling of meat, seafood, or vegetables, cooked by boiling, steaming, or pan-frying, common in many Asian and Eastern European cuisines.
"She ordered a bamboo steamer basket filled with delicate pork and cabbage dumplings at the dim sum restaurant."
A small, rounded mass of leavened dough boiled directly in soup or stew, typically served as a comforting side in Western cuisines.
"Nothing is more comforting on a cold winter night than a steaming bowl of homemade chicken and dumplings."
A dessert consisting of fruit, usually a whole or halved apple, encased in pastry and baked or boiled, often served with a sweet sauce.
"The bakery is famous for its warm apple dumplings served with a generous pour of vanilla custard."
Word Origin & Etymology
Originated in the early 17th century from the obscure noun 'dump', meaning a small piece of dough or heavy object, combined with the diminutive suffix '-ling'.
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