pancake
|pan-cake|
A2
/ˈpænˌkeɪk/
flat, round cake
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pancake' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'pancake', where 'pan' referred to the cooking utensil and 'cake' referred to a baked good.
Historical Evolution
'pancake' changed from the Middle English word 'pancake' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a cake cooked in a pan', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a flat, round cake made from a batter and cooked on a griddle or frying pan.
She made a stack of pancakes for breakfast.
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Noun 2
a thin, flat cake of batter, usually fried and turned in a pan.
The chef flipped the pancake with ease.
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Last updated: 2025/02/07 01:37