Shortening Definition & Meaning

shortening
noun
  1. fat such as butter or lard used in baked goods
  2. act of decreasing in length; "the dress needs shortening"

"Shortening" in song lyrics

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  • "crisco shortening"
    AOL — AOL
  • "compressional forces that squeeze rocks together and cause shortening"
    AOL — AOL
  • "where can i buy spectrum orgainic vegan shortening"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with shortening

Usage tips for "shortening"

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