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dumpling

noun dump·ling \ˈdəmp-liŋ\

: a small lump of dough that is boiled or steamed

: a piece of food that is wrapped in dough and cooked

Full Definition of DUMPLING

a : a small mass of leavened dough cooked by boiling or steaming

b : a usually baked dessert of fruit wrapped in dough

: something soft and rounded like a dumpling; especially : a short fat person or animal

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perhaps alteration of lump

First Known Use: circa 1600

DUMPLING Defined for Kids

noun dump·ling \ˈdəmp-liŋ\

: a small amount of dough cooked by boiling or steaming

: a dessert of fruit wrapped in dough

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