Definition

A mixture of food, often seasoned, that is placed inside meat, vegetables, or other dishes before cooking. It can also refer to padding used in furniture or other items.

Example

The turkey was filled with a delicious stuffing made of bread and herbs.

Conversation

Are you making that turkey for Thanksgiving again?

Of course! I can't wait to try the stuffing this year.

I love how you always add those special spices to the stuffing.

Thanks! It really makes the whole meal taste better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stuffing → The word 'stuffing' is derived from 'stuff' (from Old French *estoffer*, meaning to pack or fill) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). Thus, 'stuffing' refers to the action of packing or filling something, often used in the context of food preparation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'packing' something tightly ('stuff') and the action of doing that ('-ing'). This helps you remember that 'stuffing' is the process of filling something.

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