christmas pudding

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Word: Christmas Pudding

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Christmas pudding is a rich, steamed or boiled dessert that is traditionally served during the Christmas holiday. It has a dense, cake-like texture and is usually made with ingredients such as dried fruits, nuts, and spices. It is often flavored with brandy or other spirits and may be decorated with a sprig of holly on top.

Usage Instructions:

• Christmas pudding is typically served after the Christmas dinner.
• It is often heated and sometimes flambéed (set on fire) before serving, which adds a festive touch.

Example Sentence:

• "For dessert, we had a delicious slice of Christmas pudding with a dollop of brandy butter."

Advanced Usage:

• In some families, the preparation of Christmas pudding is a tradition, where every member of the family stirs the mixture and makes a wish.
• Some people may also refer to it as "plum pudding," although this term can sometimes refer to a broader category of similar desserts.

Word Variants:

• Christmas Puddings (plural) - Referring to more than one pudding.
• Plum Pudding - Another name used, though it may also refer to different types of pudding.

Different Meanings:

• Outside of its specific meaning as a dessert, "pudding" can refer to any soft, creamy dessert in British English.
• In American English, "pudding" typically refers to a sweet, creamy dessert made from milk and sugar, like chocolate pudding.

Academic

Noun

1. a rich steamed or boiled pudding that resembles cake

Synonyms

• plum pudding
• Christmas pudding