dough
Pronunciation
/ˈdoʊ/

Definition & Meaning of "dough"in English

Dough
01

a thick mixture of flour, liquid and sometimes yeast that is baked into bread or pastry

dough definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Uncountable
Plural form
doughs

What is "dough"?

Dough is a soft, flexible mixture made by combining flour with water or other liquids, along with other ingredients like yeast, salt, and sugar. It serves as the base for various baked goods, including bread, pizza, and pastries. Dough can be kneaded, rolled, shaped, and baked to create a wide range of delicious treats. It's an essential component in baking, providing structure and texture to finished products while also allowing for creativity in shaping and flavoring.

Examples
Pizza dough needs to be stretched and shaped before adding the toppings.
02

money, cash, or financial resources

dough definition and meaning
Slang

What does "dough" mean in slang?

The term "dough" refers to money, cash, or financial resources. The structure is a metaphor comparing money to bread dough, something that can be shaped, handled, and used, extending the slang "bread" for money. It is informal slang commonly used in everyday speech and hip-hop culture to describe earnings or wealth.

Examples
He needed some extra dough to cover his expenses for the month.
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