Definition of topping
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 : something that forms a top especially : a garnish (such as a sauce, bread crumbs, or whipped cream) placed on top of a food for flavor or decoration
2 : the action of one that tops
3 : something removed by topping
topping
adjectiveDefinition of topping (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of topping was in the 14th century
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