biscuit

Definition of biscuitnext
British
as in cookie
a sweet baked food that is usually small, flat, and round The afternoon tea was accompanied by an assortment of biscuits.

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Recent Examples of biscuit The former chicken-and-biscuit restaurant chain workers sought monetary damages and a court order to force Bojangles to tighten its data security to protect personal information. Chase Jordan july 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026 Pup hamburger which is a plain burger patty and milk bone biscuits. Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026 Trickle it atop biscuit dough, or sprinkle it over veggies before roasting for what might be the world’s most delicious side dish. Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 July 2026 The palate is smooth and approachable, with sweet grain and buttery biscuit notes leading into a luxuriously soft, elegant finish. Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for biscuit
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cookie
Noun
  • Afternoon tea brings hot and cold beverages and a cookie fix.
    Jane Wooldridge, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026
  • For some, nostalgia tastes like cotton candy, holiday cookies, or your favorite comfort meal.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2026

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“Biscuit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/biscuit. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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