frosting

noun

frost·​ing ˈfrȯ-stiŋ How to pronounce frosting (audio)
1
2
: lusterless finish of metal or glass : mat
also : a white finish produced on glass (as by etching)
3
: the lightening (as by chemicals) of small strands of hair throughout the entire head to produce a two-tone effect compare streaking

Examples of frosting in a Sentence

We put frosting on the cupcakes.
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The frosting, which is optional, does require a mixer, but the cookies are just a delicious without it. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 28 Oct. 2025 This deliciously easy cream cheese frosting comes together in minutes and will add that signature sweet, tangy flavor to your favorite carrot cake recipe, pumpkin bread, or brownies. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025 But it’s layered with a thick and sugary frosting of adoration. Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 17 Oct. 2025 The filling, as well as the sprinkles and the frosting, will remain the same. Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for frosting

Word History

First Known Use

1750, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of frosting was in 1750

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“Frosting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frosting. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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frosting

noun
frost·​ing ˈfrȯ-stiŋ How to pronounce frosting (audio)
1
2
: a dull finish on metal or glass

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