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Yorkshire pudding
Yorkshire pudding (plural Yorkshire puddings)


noun 
Definition:
 
roast accompaniment: a flour-based batter pudding that is traditionally served with roast beef. It was originally served with gravy before roast meat with the intention of satisfying appetites so that a small amount of meat would go a long way.
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