noun
pud
puud
Pud (noun) means a short, informal word for pudding, whether sweet or savory. Example: “Save some room, there's a chocolate pud for afters.”
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A short, informal word for pudding, whether sweet or savory.
"Save some room, there's a chocolate pud for afters."
"Sunday lunch always ends with a proper pud."
How to use pud
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual, shortened way to say "pudding."
When to use it
Chiefly British and informal; not used in formal writing.
Common pairings
a bit of pud
chocolate pud
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Word forms
- Plural
- puds
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Etymology
A clipped form of pudding.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for pud
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What does “pud” mean?
The word “pud” means a short, informal word for pudding, whether sweet or savory. In plain terms, a casual, shortened way to say "pudding.".
How do you pronounce “pud”?
“Pud” is pronounced puud (/pʊd/ in IPA).
How do you use “pud” in a sentence?
Here is “pud” used in a sentence: “Save some room, there's a chocolate pud for afters.”
What part of speech is “pud”?
“Pud” is a noun.
