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Pudding

Verb / ˈpʊdɪŋ / Another word for pudding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a sweet, creamy dessert made by cooking milk, sugar, and flavorings together with a thickening agent such as flour or cornstarch

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Common collocations

  • rice pudding
  • bread pudding
  • Christmas pudding
  • sticky toffee pudding
  • chocolate pudding
  • apple crumble
  • custard tart

Word family

noun pudding

Usage note

While 'pudding' can refer to any dessert in British English, in American English it typically refers to a specific type of soft, creamy dessert like custard or a pudding cup.

Example sentences

  1. My mom made a delicious chocolate pudding for dessert.
  2. I like to eat rice pudding with cinnamon on top.
  3. The pudding cup was the perfect size for a snack.
  4. The pudding pop melted quickly in the sun.
  5. I've never tried butterscotch pudding before.

Quotes

  • All the creamy puddings are always a crowd-pleaser.
  • Pudding is the dessert equivalent of a warm hug.
  • When life gives you lemons, make lemon pudding.

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