Pronunciation: [tɹˈʌfə͡ld] (IPA) 
Truffled is the past participle of the verb truffle, which means to hunt for truffles, a type of fungi. The spelling of the word "truffled" can be explained with the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as trʌfəld. The "tr" sound is pronounced with the tip of the tongue behind the upper teeth, followed by a schwa sound. The final "ed" has a slight "d" sound, but it is often not pronounced clearly in connected speech.
Truffled is an adjective that refers to something that is flavored, infused, or garnished with truffles. Truffles are a type of edible fungi, specifically from the Tuber genus, known for their strong and distinct aroma, which is often described as earthy, musky, and garlicky. They are highly prized in the culinary world for their intense flavor and are often associated with luxury and gourmet cuisine.
When used in relation to food, truffled indicates that the dish has been enhanced with the addition of truffles or truffle products. This can include dishes like truffle pasta, truffled potatoes, or truffled cheese. It can also refer to products such as truffle oil or truffle butter, where the essence or extract of truffles has been incorporated.
The term truffled can also extend beyond food and be applied to other items, such as truffled products for beauty and skincare, where truffle extracts are used for their potential antioxidant and anti-aging properties. It can even be used metaphorically to describe something as being of exceptional quality or luxury, aligning with the rare and prized nature of actual truffles.
In summary, truffled denotes the inclusion or use of truffles or truffle-based ingredients, adding a unique and distinct aroma and flavor to food, as well as representing luxury and sophistication.
Cooked or stuffed with truffles.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "truffled" is derived from the noun "truffle", which refers to a type of highly-prized edible fungus that grows underground. The etymology of "truffle" can be traced back to the Latin word "tuber", meaning "lump" or "swelling". This Latin word was used to describe the truffle due to its rough, irregular shape. Over time, the word evolved into "truffle" in English and other languages, and "truffled" then became an adjective to describe food that has been flavored, cooked, or garnished with truffles or truffle oil.
