teacake

English

noun
Definitions
  • (British) A flat, round bread bun, usually containing currants, sultanas or peel and often served toasted and buttered with tea.
  • (US) A traditional cookie.
  • (Australia) A sweet cake, sometimes sprinkled with cinnamon and caster sugar, often served warm.

Etymology

Compound from English tea + English cake.

Origin

English

cake

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