dumpling

noun dump·ling \ ˈdəmp-liŋ \

|Updated on: 6 Jul 2018

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Definition of dumpling

1 a : a small mass of dough cooked by boiling or steaming

b : a usually baked dessert of fruit wrapped in dough

2 : something soft and rounded like a dumpling; especially : a short fat person or animal

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We had vegetarian dumplings as an appetizer.

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Among the goods were chicken fajitas with brown rice and zucchini; chicken dumplings, carrots and beets; and sweet-and-sour pork chops with turkey noodle soup.

— phil galewitz, Washington Post, "Rx: Zucchini, Brown Rice, Turkey Soup. Medicaid Plan Offers Food As Medicine.," 25 June 2018
Free movie rental at Thai Chili 2 Go Lowdown: Purchase two main dishes and receive a free order of Thai dumplings ($5 value).

— gwen ashley walters, azcentral, "10 summer deals at Phoenix restaurants, casual to upscale dining," 15 June 2018
My go-to order: Cheng Du spicy dumplings, Sichuan wontons with spicy chile sauce, and green bean jelly with Cheng Du spicy sauce.

— kara baskin, BostonGlobe.com, "Go out of your way for Sichuan Gourmet," 15 May 2018
Although dumplings from Pinch were available last year at Camden Yards through Tako Asian Bistro, this year marks the first time the vendor has a dedicated stand.

— sarah meehan, baltimoresun.com, "We tried five new foods at Camden Yards. Here's what we thought.," 31 Mar. 2018
Combo meals like the Pu Pu Platter with two of each item including egg rolls, crab rangoon and dumplings are perfect for splitting ($10.95).

— audrey gorden, RedEye Chicago, "Chicago date idea: Karaoke then late-night dim sum," 13 Oct. 2017
Writer Domee Shi, the first woman to direct a Pixar short, was inspired by her own experiences as a child molding and cooking the Chinese dumplings with her mother.

— eliana dockterman, Time, "Here's the Tasty Recipe for the Bao From Pixar's Charming New Short Bao," 14 June 2018
The seasonal ethos is strong at Forage, while the dumplings and sautéed green pea shoots are worth the line at Pine & Crane.

— lesley balla, Los Angeles Magazine, "How to Eat Like a Local in L.A.’s Best Dining ‘Hoods," 25 Apr. 2018
The result is so decadent looking, the ricotta dumplings so much fun to eat, and the combo of cherry tomatoes and pancetta so...reminiscent of a BLT.

— alex beggs, Bon Appetit, "Make Malfatti: Fluffy Ricotta Dumplings That Are So Much Easier Than Gnocchi," 24 Apr. 2018

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Origin and Etymology of dumpling

perhaps alteration of lump

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First Known Use: circa 1600

in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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Definition of dumpling for English Language Learners

: a small lump of dough that is boiled or steamed
: a piece of food that is wrapped in dough and cooked

DUMPLING Defined for Kids

dumpling

noun dump·ling \ ˈdəmp-liŋ \

Definition of dumpling for Students

1 : a small amount of dough cooked by boiling or steaming

2 : a dessert of fruit wrapped in dough

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