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fudge

|fudge|

B2

/fʌdʒ/

sweet treat; misrepresentation

Etymology
Etymology Information

'fudge' originates from English, specifically the word 'fudge,' where it was used as a verb meaning 'to fit together clumsily.'

Historical Evolution

'fudge' changed from the English word 'fudge' used in the 19th century and eventually became the modern English word 'fudge.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to fit together clumsily,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'a type of candy' and 'to misrepresent.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a soft, creamy candy made from sugar, butter, and milk or cream.

She made a batch of chocolate fudge for the party.

Synonyms

Verb 1

to present something in a vague or misleading way.

He fudged the numbers in the report to make the results look better.

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Last updated: 2025/01/27 04:52