plünn

Plünn is a term that can refer to several things, primarily in German-speaking contexts. Most commonly, it refers to a type of dumpling. These plünn dumplings are typically made from a dough of flour, eggs, and sometimes milk or water, and are often boiled. Their preparation and exact ingredients can vary regionally.

In some dialects, particularly in parts of Austria and Bavaria, "Plünn" can also be used colloquially to describe something that is thin, limp, or insubstantial, often referring to food or clothing. For example, a weak soup or a worn-out piece of fabric might be described as "plünn." This usage implies a lack of substance or firmness.

The word's etymology is not definitively established, but it is thought to be related to older Germanic words that convey a sense of thinness or a flap-like quality. The culinary meaning of dumpling is the most widespread and recognizable usage of the term today.