What does shortening mean?
A process of making something shorter, or a substance used to prevent food from becoming too thick or sticky. In baking, a mixture of fat and sugar used to make baked goods easier to mix and to give them a tender texture.
Example
"The baker used shortening to make the pie crust easier to roll out."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.