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noun

ˈkāk How to pronounce cake (audio)
Definition of cakenext
1
as in patty
a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried the rich, tender cakes of crabmeat had been lightly fried

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2
as in picnic
something easily done or dealt with today's assignment is cake compared to yesterday's

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cake

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verb

as in to coat
to cover with a hardened layer shoes caked with dried mud

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Recent Examples of cake
Noun
Martin was famously Meghan’s makeup artist at her May 2018 royal wedding to Harry, now 40, and Meghan said on With Love, Meghan after Martin brought up her wedding cake flavor that the two of them did the cake tasting together for the big day. — Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 5 Mar. 2025 In both versions, small charms, usually plastic baby figurines that represent Jesus, are hidden somewhere in the cake, and the person who finds the charm will have good luck and the task of bringing a king cake to the next party. — Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
Verb
As the offensive unfolds, a British Army hospital at Pompeii, the closest large medical facility to the action, is flooded with casualties— soldiers caked in mud and blood, some in shock, others missing limbs. — Catherine Musemeche, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 Feb. 2025 Be sure to remove all ice, salt, and caked snow from your pet’s paws and coat. — Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cake
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cake
  1. patty
  2. picnic
  3. coat
  4. breeze
  5. smear
  6. encrust
  7. cover
Noun
  • To the hummus flatbread, add your cooked falafel, then use a fork to gently smash and disperse the chickpea patties, if desired.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2025
  • One of the most popular events of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival kicked off with cool breezes and hot burgers, and two burger joints from Argentine owners earning prizes for their perfect patties.
    — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 21 Feb. 2025
Definition of patty
Noun
  • There’s also playgrounds, restroom facilities and picnic areas.
    — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2025
  • On the premiere, Richards had a family picnic and invited Mueller.
    — Effie Orfanides, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of picnic
Verb
  • Stir in drained pasta, basil, and lemon zest until coated, adding the remaining 1/4 cup cooking water (about 1 tablespoon at a time) to loosen sauce as needed.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Cover with nonstick foil or foil coated in nonstick spray.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of coat
Noun
  • Pairing it with the console was a breeze, but connectivity to a PC proved a real sticking point.
    — Matt Gardner, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
  • The stainless steel exterior keeps beverages cold for a whopping 24 hours, and a convenient carrying loop makes toting this bottle through the airport a breeze while also keeping it easily accessible.
    — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of breeze
Verb
  • Carbs Before bed, the best carbohydrate options are complex carbs and whole foods, like a piece of whole-grain toast smeared with avocado or a banana with almond butter.
    — Lauren Panoff, MPH, RD, Verywell Health, 28 Feb. 2025
  • Soap removes sticky spills, smeared food or mud; bleach might take out the stains left once the crud is gone.
    — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Feb. 2025
Definition of smear
Verb
  • Additional accent stones are encrusted into each side of the band to create a majestic-looking piece that sparkles in the sunlight.
    — Theresa Holland, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2023
  • The statement jewelry also supported a large coin pendant, which was encrusted in a plate of diamonds and emeralds.
    — Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 9 June 2023
Definition of encrust
Verb
  • Furthermore, not all insurance companies cover the testing.
    — Ellen Matloff, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Since the sun is never fully covered, viewers must always look at a partial solar eclipse while wearing protective glasses.
    — Rebecca Schneid, TIME, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of cover

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