Meaning of the word pudding in English

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pudding

US /ˈpʊd.ɪŋ/

UK /ˈpʊd.ɪŋ/

Noun

a sweet, soft food, either baked or steamed, typically made with milk, sugar, and a thickening agent like flour or cornstarch, often served as a dessert

Example:

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For dessert, we had chocolate pudding.

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She made a delicious rice pudding for the family.

Synonym:

dessert sweet

(British English) a savory dish, often made with meat, suet, and other ingredients, cooked by steaming or boiling

Example:

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We had steak and kidney pudding for dinner.

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Yorkshire pudding is a traditional accompaniment to roast beef.

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