LanGeekLanGeek Dictionary

Gingerbread

British pronunciation/d‍ʒˈɪnd‍ʒəbɹˌɛd/
American pronunciation/ˈdʒɪndʒɝˌbɹɛd/
Gingerbread
[NOUN]
1

a type of cake that is flavored with nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and other spices, ginger in particular

Add to leitnerwordlist
Add to your word listwordlist
gingerbread definition and meaning

What is "gingerbread"?

Gingerbread is a type of sweet bread or cake that is flavored with ginger and other spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. It is a traditional dessert that is popular in many parts of the world, especially during the holiday season. Gingerbread is made from a mixture of flour, sugar, butter, and eggs, which is then flavored with molasses, honey, or golden syrup, and spiced with ginger and other aromatic ingredients. The dough is then baked until it becomes firm and golden brown, and is often decorated with icing or candy to create a festive and colorful appearance. Gingerbread can be enjoyed in a variety of forms, such as cookies, cakes, or loaves, and is often served with whipped cream or ice cream. It is a comforting and indulgent dessert that is perfect for cold winter evenings.

Examples
1The children excitedly decorated their gingerbread houses with icing sugar, turning them into edible winter wonderlands.
2She prepared a traditional molasses gingerbread loaf, filling her home with the warm aroma of spices.
3We had a great trip, but our flight home was badly delayed, which took the gilt off the gingerbread.
4He spread hard sauce on his freshly baked gingerbread.
more
Copyright © 2020 Langeek Inc. | All Rights Reserved | Privacy Policy