waffle
Translation
waffle, indecisive talk
Examples
I like waffles with syrup for breakfast.
I like waffles with syrup for breakfast.
His speech was just a lot of waffle.
His speech was just a lot of waffle.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an sth.)) a breakfast food I ate a waffle for breakfast.
((uncountable)) meaningless talk or writing His answer was full of waffle.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pancake, crepe
Etymology
From Dutch 'wafel', from a root meaning 'honeycomb' or 'wafer', referring to its grid-like pattern.
Memory Tips
Picture the grid pattern of the food. Note that as a verb, 'to waffle' means to be indecisive.