Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

buns

Noun
/bĘŚnz/
Definition
Small, round bread rolls, often used for hamburgers or served as a snack.
Examples
  • She baked a batch of fresh cinnamon buns for breakfast.
  • We ordered hamburgers that came with soft sesame seed buns.
  • He enjoyed a warm hot cross bun with his tea.
Meaning
Buns can refer to a variety of types of soft, often sweetened, bread that are shaped into a rounded form. They are commonly eaten with various fillings or as part of a meal.
Synonyms
  • rolls
  • breads
  • loaves
  • pastries