cookie
|cook/ie|
A2
/ˈkʊki/
small, sweet treat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cookie' originates from Dutch, specifically the word 'koekje,' where 'koek' meant 'cake.'
Historical Evolution
'koekje' transformed into the English word 'cookie' through Dutch settlers in America.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'small cake,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'small, sweet baked treat.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, sweet baked treat, typically round, flat, and crisp.
She baked a batch of chocolate chip cookies.
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Last updated: 2025/01/20 09:58