Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cake
noun
/keɪk/
Definition
A cake is a sweet baked food made from a mixture of flour, sugar, and other ingredients, typically including eggs and a fat, such as butter, and often frosted or decorated.
Examples
- She baked a chocolate cake for her brother’s birthday.
- The wedding cake was beautifully decorated with flowers.
- After dinner, they enjoyed a slice of lemon cake with tea.
Meaning
In a more general sense, a cake can refer to a celebratory dessert often served at occasions like birthdays, weddings, and other special events.
Synonyms
- Pastry
- Dessert
- Confection
- Gateau
