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Meaning of truffles
The primary meaning of the word "truffles" refers to a type of rare and expensive fungus, or a sweet confectionery made with chocolate and other ingredients.
Etymology of truffles
The word "truffle" originates from the Old French "trufle", which is derived from the Latin "tuber", meaning "swelling" or "lump".
The term has been used to describe the fungus since the 14th century, and its usage has expanded to include the sweet confectionery in the 18th century.
Synonyms
delicacies
treats
luxuries
fungi
mushrooms
chocolates
sweets
desserts
candies
confections
pastries
cakes
pies
tarts
morsels
bites
nibbles
dainties
tidbits
goodies
delights
pleasures
indulgences
extravagances
epicurean delights
gourmet foods
haute cuisine
fine foods
rare foods
exotic foods
specialty foods
gourmet delicacies
culinary delights
Definitions
- A type of rare and expensive fungus, typically black or white, with a strong, pungent smell and a distinctive, irregular shape.
- * A sweet confectionery made with chocolate and other ingredients, typically in the shape of a small, irregular ball.
Usage Examples
- The chef added shaved truffles to the dish to give it a unique flavor and aroma.
- * The chocolate shop sold handmade truffles with a variety of fillings and coatings.
- * The restaurant's truffle menu featured a range of dishes made with the rare and expensive fungus.
Antonyms
ordinary foods
common ingredients
inexpensive foods
everyday dishes
plain meals
simple snacks
bland desserts
unappetizing treats
unpleasant flavors
unrefined cuisine
coarse foods
rough delicacies
unexciting eats
mundane bites
uninspiring morsels
dull sweets
unremarkable confections