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Definition of yorkshire pudding
yorkshire pudding
Plural:Yorkshire puddings
• noun
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British A traditional baked British savory dish made from a batter of eggs, flour, and milk or water, typically cooked in meat drippings and served as a side dish with roast beef and gravy.
Example
"Every Sunday, the pub serves a classic roast dinner complete with crispy potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and a giant Yorkshire pudding."
Word Nuance & Usage
Despite containing the word 'pudding'—which often denotes a sweet dessert in modern English—a Yorkshire pudding is a savory side dish.
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Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Yorkshire pudding. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/yorkshire-pudding