Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
waffle
noun, verb
/ˈwɒf.əl/
Definition
A type of food made by cooking batter between two patterned metal plates.
Examples
- She enjoyed a delicious waffle topped with strawberries and whipped cream.
- During the meeting, he tended to waffle instead of giving a clear answer.
Meaning
Waffle can refer to both the food item and a style of speaking or writing that is vague or indecisive.
Synonyms
- pancake
- flapjack
- hesitate
- vacillate
