Meaning & use
waffle
A crisp batter cake with a grid pattern of indentations, often eaten with syrup or toppings.
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She topped her waffle with strawberries and whipped cream for breakfast.
The cafe is famous for its Belgian waffles served with maple syrup.
A note on using this word
As an informal verb, to waffle means to talk or write vaguely without committing to a clear position.
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Another way to use it
2. verb
To speak or write vaguely, avoiding a clear or firm decision.
The politician waffled when reporters asked directly whether he would run again.
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