Meaning & Definition
noun
A mixture of flour and water that is used for baking into bread, cookies, or other baked goods.
She kneaded the dough until it was smooth and elastic.
Any thick, malleable mixture that can be shaped or molded.
The sculpture was made from a dough of clay and other materials.
Informal term for money.
He's saving up some dough to buy a new car.
Etymology
Middle English 'doughe', from Old English 'dagu', meaning 'dough'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
doughnut:
A type of fried dough pastry that is often sweet and ring-shaped.
roll in the dough:
To have a lot of money.
make the dough rise:
To earn or acquire money.
Slang Meanings
Money; cash.
I need to earn some more dough before the trip.
To work hard in a job for money.
I'm going to hustle and make that dough.