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topping

/ˈtɑpɪŋ/
/ˈtɒpɪŋ/
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Other forms: toppings

Definitions of topping
  1. noun
    a flavorful addition on top of a dish
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    types:
    frosting, ice, icing
    a flavored sugar topping used to coat and decorate cakes
    glaze
    any of various thin shiny (savory or sweet) coatings applied to foods
    meringue
    sweet topping especially for pies made of beaten egg whites and sugar
    whipped cream
    cream that has been beaten until light and fluffy
    streusel
    a crumbly topping for a pastry
    type of:
    garnish
    something (such as parsley) added to a dish for flavor or decoration
  2. adjective
    excellent; best possible
    synonyms: top-flight, top-hole
    superior
    of high or superior quality or performance
Pronunciation
US
/ˈtɑpɪŋ/
UK
/ˈtɒpɪŋ/
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