Simple Definition of truffle

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truffle

noun

plural truffles
1
: a type of fungus that grows under the ground and that is used in cooking
2
: a kind of chocolate candy with a soft center

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“Truffle.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/truffle. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

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