Frosting

/ˈfrɔːstɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A sweet, creamy topping made from sugar, butter, and flavorings, often used to cover cakes and pastries.

She used chocolate frosting to decorate the birthday cake.

A thin layer of icing that is often spread over baked goods to add sweetness and visual appeal.

The bakery's specialty is a cinnamon roll topped with vanilla frosting.

In the context of food, it can refer to any type of icing or glaze applied to cakes, cookies, and desserts.

He chose a cream cheese frosting for the red velvet cupcakes.

From frost + -ing, referring to the frosting process which resembles icing a surface in a chilled manner.

frosting on the cake

An additional benefit or extra feature that enhances something.

frosted tips

A hairstyle where the tips of hair are bleached or lightened.

icing

A sweet covering for cakes and pastries.

cake

A baked dessert, typically made with flour and sugar.

decorating

The act of making something visually appealing.

To add a superficial layer of charm or appeal to something.

They really frost the presentation to attract customers.

To exaggerate or embellish a story for effect.

He always frosts his tales to make them more interesting.