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stuffing

STUH-fihng

Stuffing (noun) means a seasoned mixture used to fill poultry, vegetables, or other foods before cooking. Example: “Grandma’s stuffing recipe has been in the family for years.”

noun
1
A seasoned mixture used to fill poultry, vegetables, or other foods before cooking.
"Grandma’s stuffing recipe has been in the family for years."
2
Soft material used to fill cushions, toys, or similar objects.
"The old teddy bear was losing its stuffing."

How to use stuffing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither the food mixture used to fill dishes like turkey, or the soft filling inside cushions and toys.

Common pairings
turkey stuffing pillow stuffing knock the stuffing out of

Word forms

stuffings plural

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Etymology

From stuff + the noun-forming suffix -ing.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “stuffing” mean?

The word “stuffing” means a seasoned mixture used to fill poultry, vegetables, or other foods before cooking. In plain terms, either the food mixture used to fill dishes like turkey, or the soft filling inside cushions and toys.

How do you pronounce “stuffing”?

“Stuffing” is pronounced STUH-fihng (/ˈstʌfɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “stuffing” in a sentence?

Here is “stuffing” used in a sentence: “Grandma’s stuffing recipe has been in the family for years.”

What part of speech is “stuffing”?

“Stuffing” is a noun.

Is “stuffing” a common word?

“Stuffing” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “stuffing” have?

“Stuffing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a seasoned mixture used to fill poultry, vegetables, or other foods before cooking.

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