dumpling

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈdʌmp.lɪŋ/

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Noun

Singular dumpling

Plural dumplings

Shrimp dumplings.

1. (countable) A dumpling is a portion of dough (also a ball, as in 'sweet dumpling') cooked by boiling or steaming.

   Sweet dumplings are eaten at Chinese New Year.