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waffle

/ˈwɒfəl/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does waffle mean?

noun, verb

A waffle is a type of food made from a batter of flour, eggs, and sugar, cooked on a waffle iron to produce a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior. To waffle means to speak or write at length in a vague or meaningless way.

Example

"The politician was accused of waffling on the issue, providing no clear answer to the question."

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