gingerbread

[ˈd͡ʒɪn(d͡)ʒəbɹɛd]
[ˈd͡ʒɪnd͡ʒɚbɹɛd]
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A gingerbread is a sweet treat made from ingredients like flour, sugar, and spices. It's often soft and crumbly with a distinctive flavor.

When we talk about gingerbread, most of the time we're referring to that delicious baked good, but sometimes the word can also refer to houses or decorations that are made to look like the real thing, especially during holidays like Christmas. These edible buildings can be found in bakeries and cafes, while the decorative ones might show up on a holiday table or even outside as lawn ornaments. In any case, gingerbread is often associated with sweet treats and cheerful festive vibes.

How common is "gingerbread"?

Word gingerbread is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

noun

  • A type of cake whose main flavoring is ginger.

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