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Meaning of scone
a small, typically sweet or savory, baked food
Etymology of scone
The word "scone" has its origins in the 15th century, from the Scottish Gaelic word "sgon" or the Scots word "scon", possibly related to the Old Norse word "skänka", meaning "to serve" or "to pour"
Historically, scones were a type of flat, round bread, often made with oats or barley, and were a staple food in Scotland and other parts of the British Isles
Synonyms
Definitions
- A small, usually round, flat cake, typically made from wheat flour, sugar, and cream or butter, often served with tea or coffee
- * A small, usually triangular, piece of bread, often served with soup or as a side dish
Usage Examples
- I had a delicious scone with clotted cream and jam at the tea shop
- * The bakery sells a variety of scones, including savory and sweet options
- * She served scones with soup for a comforting lunch