Waffle

English

Table of contents

1 Etymology 2 Pronunciation 3 Definition 4 Translations 5 References

Etymology

Waffle (noun)

From Dutch wafel .

Pronunciation

Waffle

(UK) SAMPA:/"wOf=l/, IPA:/'wɔfl̩/

(US) SAMPA:/"wOf=l/, /"wAf=l/, IPA:/'wɔfl̩/, /'wɑfl̩/

Definition

Waffle (noun)

A flat pastry pressed with a grid pattern.

(verb)

To change one's opinion, often in a political context. To vacillate.

Translations

• Dutch: wafel c
• French: gaufre f
• German: Waffel f

References