sponge cake
noun
Definition of sponge cake
: a light cake made without shortening
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First Known Use of sponge cake
1805
SPONGE CAKE Defined for English Language Learners
sponge cake
noun
Definition of sponge cake for English Language Learners
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: a very light cake made with flour, eggs, and sugar
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