souffle

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Noun souffle has 1 sense

souffle - light fluffy dish of egg yolks and stiffly beaten egg whites mixed with e.g. cheese or fish or fruit
--₁ is a kind of dish
--₁ has particulars: cheese souffle

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Souffle

Noun

Definition: A light, fluffy dish made by combining beaten egg whites with various ingredients, typically cheese, vegetables, or chocolate, and baked until puffed up and golden brown.

Sense 1:

Example Sentence: I ordered a spinach and cheese souffle for brunch.

Sense 2:

Example Sentence: The chocolate souffle at that bakery is to die for!

Verb

Definition: To rise in a light, fluffy, and airy manner.

Sense 1:

Example Sentence: The cake started to souffle in the oven, giving it a light and airy texture.