topping (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: ˈtɒpɪŋ
Definition
A food item added to the surface of a dish to enhance its flavor, texture, or appearance.
Examples
Pepperoni is the most popular pizza topping in the country.
The bakery offers a variety of fruit toppings for their frozen yogurt.
How to Use topping
- topping for (prepositional phrase)
- Used to specify the dish the item is intended for. — "This sauce is a great topping for vanilla ice cream."
- topping of (prepositional phrase)
- Used to describe the substance being added. — "He added a generous topping of cheese to the pasta."
Synonyms of topping
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