waffled
ˈwɑfəld
Definition

Definition of waffled - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
texturedhaving a pattern or texture like a waffle
  • The waffled fabric added a unique touch to the design.
patterned textured
2.
uncertaintyUSindecisive or unable to make a decisionUS
  • She gave a waffled response when asked about her plans.
vacillating wavering
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Origin of waffled

English, waffle (to speak equivocally)

Examples of waffled in a sentence

  • The waffled pattern on the blanket was cozy.
  • His waffled stance frustrated everyone.
  • The waffled decision left the team in limbo.

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  1. French:gaufré, hésitant, ...
  2. German:strukturiert, unentschlossen, ...
  3. Italian:testurizzato, indecisa, ...
  4. Spanish:texturizado, vacilante, ...
  5. Portuguese:texturizado, vacilante, ...
  6. Chinese:有格纹的, 犹豫不决的, ...
  7. Japanese:ワッフル状の, 優柔不断な, ...
  8. Arabic:مُخَطَّط كَالْوافِل, مُتَرَدِّد, ...
  9. Hebrew:בְּמִרְקָם וָפְל, הֲסַסְנִי, ...
  10. Russian:вафельный, нерешительный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:вафельний, нерішучий, ...
  12. Hindi:वफ़ल जैसा, अनिर्णायक, ...
waffle
ˈwɑːfəl
waffle: baked batter dish with a distinctive grid pattern
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Definition of waffle - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
foodbaked batter dish with a distinctive grid pattern
  • She topped her waffle with syrup and butter for breakfast..
crepe pancake
2.
speechUKlengthy, vague or trivial talk or writingUK
  • His speech was full of waffle, making it hard to follow..
drivel ramble
3.
constructionTECH.USconcrete slab with gridlike ribsTECH.US
  • The building used a waffle slab for the floor.

Verb

intr.
1.
decision-makingUKbe indecisive or hesitant about somethingUK
  • She waffled on her decision to move.
dither hesitate vacillate
2.
rambleUKspeak or write without clear aim or pointUK
  • He tends to waffle during meetings.
drone ramble
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Images of waffle

  • waffle: baked batter dish with a distinctive grid pattern
    baked batter dish with a distinctive grid pattern
  • waffle: concrete slab with gridlike ribs
    concrete slab with gridlike ribs

Expressions with waffle

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talk for a long time without saying much
He tends to waffle on during meetings.
waffle with deep pockets and light texture
I ordered a Belgian waffle with strawberries for breakfast.
conical container made from crisp waffle batter
She enjoyed her ice cream in a waffle cone.
kitchen appliance used to cook waffles
She used the waffle iron to make breakfast for the family..
kitchen appliance for cooking waffles
She bought a new waffle maker for breakfast.
potato slices fried in a crisscross pattern
Waffle fries are a popular side dish at many fast-food restaurants.

Origin of waffle

Dutch, wafel (honeycomb cake)

Examples of waffle in a sentence

  • He ordered a waffle with strawberries and cream.
  • The article was dismissed as waffle by the critics.
  • Her essay contained too much waffle to be taken seriously.
  • Engineers recommended a waffle design for the ceiling.
  • The architect admired the waffle pattern in the structure.
  • He waffled between the two job offers.

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  1. French:gaufre, tergiverser, ...
  2. German:Waffel, zögern, ...
  3. Italian:waffle, esitare, ...
  4. Spanish:gofre, vacilar, ...
  5. Portuguese:waffle, hesitar, ...
  6. Chinese:华夫饼, 犹豫不决, ...
  7. Japanese:ワッフル, ためらう, ...
  8. Arabic:وافل, تَرَدَّدَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:וָפֶל, לְהִתְלַבֵּט, ...
  10. Russian:вафля, колебаться, ...
  11. Ukrainian:вафля, вагатися, ...
  12. Hindi:वॉफल, हिचकिचाना, ...

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