Belgian waffle

noun

: a waffle having large depressions that is usually topped with fruit and whipped cream

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Also available will be buttermilk and carrot cake pancakes, Belgian waffles and a custom omelet station. Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026 Sample a taste of Cincinnati Enjoy buttery Belgian waffles, savory German goetta, Cincinnati chili on a classic coney and Graeter’s famous ice cream. Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Mar. 2026 About the Collection The products range from the cutest silicone kitchen tool set and a perfectly sized loaf pan to a two-slice toaster and a must-have Belgian waffle maker. Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Feb. 2026 Around the corner, pastry chef Jamie Mack is supporting the main restaurant with boozy milkshakes, Belgian waffles and gourmet hot dogs. Sacbee.com, 30 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for Belgian waffle

Word History

First Known Use

1962, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Belgian waffle was in 1962

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“Belgian waffle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Belgian%20waffle. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

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