Meaning & Definition of word "Biscuit"
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Biscuit
/ˈbɪskɪt/
noun:
- 1. A small, typically round cake of bread leavened with baking powder or baking soda, often served with meals or eaten as a snack.
- Example: I had a delicious biscuit with my breakfast this morning.
- 2. A sweet baked good, often crispy and eaten as a snack or dessert, such as a cookie in British English.
- Example: She offered me a chocolate biscuit from the tin.
- 3. In some regions, especially in the United States, a type of flaky bread roll traditionally served with gravy.
- Example: The biscuits and gravy were the highlight of the brunch menu.
Etymology
From Old French 'bescoit', meaning 'twice baked'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
biscuit tin:
A container used for storing biscuits.
biscuit break:
A short break during which biscuits are eaten.
biscuit recipe:
A set of instructions for making biscuits.
Related Words
cakes:
Sweet baked goods that can be soft and spongy.
cookies:
Sweet, flat baked treats, usually with ingredients like chocolate.
scones:
A type of baked good similar to biscuits, often served with tea.
Slang Meanings of biscuit
Meaning: A term for a pretty girl.
Example Sentence: Look at that biscuit over there, she's beautiful!
Meaning: Referring to money in some contexts.
Example Sentence: I need to save up some biscuits for the concert.