Souffle

/suːˈflə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A light, fluffy dish made with egg yolks and beaten egg whites, typically baked and served as a savory or sweet dessert.

The chef prepared a cheese souffle that was perfectly risen and golden brown.

A sudden or brief gust of wind or breath.

A gentle souffle of air stirred the leaves on the trees.

verb

To breathe out or exhale softly.

He souffle a soft melody as he played the flute.

French, from 'souffler', meaning 'to puff or blow'.

soufflé au fromage

cheese soufflé, typically savory.

chocolate soufflé

a sweet dessert made with chocolate.

soufflé dish

A specific type of dish used to prepare soufflés.

egg white

The clear liquid part of an egg, often whipped for soufflés.

Fluff or exaggeration in speech.

His promises were just a soufflé, nothing serious.

A light, airy outburst or expression.

She made a soufflé of laughter when she heard the joke.