Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

doughnut-hole

noun

/ˈdoʊ.nət hoʊl/

Definition

A small, round piece of fried dough that is often made from the center part of a doughnut that has been removed, or a similar treat that is free-standing and resembles a doughnut in shape.

Examples

She bought a box of doughnut-holes for the office meeting.
He loves to dip his doughnut-holes in chocolate sauce.
At the festival, they served freshly fried doughnut-holes with powdered sugar.

Meaning

Doughnut-holes are typically sweet, fried confections that can come in various flavors and are often served as a snack or dessert. They are popular in many bakeries and are known for their light, fluffy texture.