truffle

[ truhf-uhl, troo-fuhl ]

noun

1. any of several subterranean, edible, ascomycetous fungi of the genus Tuber.
2. any of various similar fungi of other genera.
3. a candy made of soft chocolate, shaped into a ball and dusted with cocoa, or sometimes a three-layered cube of light and dark chocolate.

truffle

/ ˈtrʌfəl /

noun

1. Also calledearthnut any of various edible saprotrophic ascomycetous subterranean fungi of the European genus Tuber . They have a tuberous appearance and are regarded as a delicacy
2. Also calledrum truffle a sweet resembling this fungus in shape, flavoured with chocolate or rum

Other Words From

• truffled adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of truffle¹

First recorded in 1585–95; from Dutch truffel(e), from Middle French truffle, truffe, from Old Provençal trufa, from Late Latin tūfer (unrecorded), tūfera, probably from an Osco-Umbrian cognate of Latin tūber tuber ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of truffle¹

C16: from French truffe , from Old Provençal trufa , ultimately from Latin tūber

Example Sentences

The Chicken Katli has thin slivers of chicken and on top is truffle.

From Salon

I must say, it’s a pretty rich truffle hunt.

From Salon

Where to eat: Toasted is a reliable mini-chain with truffle steak frites, crispy chicken sandwiches and local Ballast Point Sculpin.

From Los Angeles Times

Puck’s Estate Truffles are double the size of the average truffle, a recent press release revealed.

From Salon

“My culinary philosophy has always been to mix tradition with innovation, and these truffles are no exception. When I started this project it was important to not only bring quality, flavor, and a great presentation, but I wanted to make a statement — and they do! Larger than a traditional truffle, my estate truffles are made to impress.”

From Salon