truffe

truffle

noun TRUF Rare

Also means

dog's nose

Usage Note

Truffe has two distinct meanings: the prized underground fungus (la truffe noire du Périgord) and, colloquially, a dog's or cat's nose. In cooking, la truffe is one of the most expensive ingredients in French cuisine, often shaved over pasta or eggs. The plural les truffes can also refer to chocolate truffles (truffes au chocolat).

Examples

"Ce restaurant propose une omelette aux truffes."

Natural Translation

This restaurant offers a truffle omelette.

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