Synonyms for waffling


Grammar : Verb
Spell : wof-uh l
Phonetic Transcription : ˈwɒf əl


Définition of waffling

Origin :
  • 1744, from Dutch wafel "waffle," from Middle Dutch or Middle Low German wafel, from Proto-Germanic *wabila- "web, honeycomb" (cf. Old High German waba "honeycomb," German Wabe), related to Old High German weban, Old English wefan "to weave" (see weave (v.)). Sense of "honeycomb" is preserved in some combinations referring to a weave of cloth. Waffle iron is from 1794.
  • verb waver

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