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crump

/kɹʌmp/
Meanings
  • noun

    A crisp, deep-fried dough, often shaped like a cylinder or cone, popular in various cultures.

    - "He enjoyed the sweet crumpets for breakfast."
    - "The fairground was selling crumpets coated in sugar and cinnamon."
Pronunciation
  1. /kɹʌmp/



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  2. /kɹʌmp/



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  3. /kɹʌmp/



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  4. /kɹʌmp/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with crump
plump , jump , lump , rump
Variants
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crump , crumped , crumping , crumps
Etymology
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The origin of the word 'crump' for this meaning is believed to come from Old English 'crumpa', meaning 'lump' or 'mass'. Over time, it came to be used for various fried dough foods.

Trivia
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  1. Crumpets were first mentioned in English cookbooks in the late 17th century.

  2. Crumpets were traditionally cooked on a griddle over an open fire, but they can now be made using electric griddles or even in a toaster.

  3. Crumpets are often served with savory toppings, such as cheese or bacon, as well as sweet ones.

Related Concepts
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  1. pancake: Crumpets are similar to pancakes in that they are both types of flat, round, or cylindrical cakes that are cooked on a griddle or frying pan.

  2. waffle: Crumpets are also similar to waffles in that they both have a porous texture that allows for the absorption of toppings.

Culture
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Crumpets are a popular food in the English-speaking world, particularly in the United Kingdom and Ireland. They are often served with butter, jam, or golden syrup.

How to Memorize "crump"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a round, pancake-like food that is deep-fried and has a cylindrical or conical shape. Visualize the golden-brown exterior and the soft, porous interior.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'crumpet' with the image of a sweet, delicious breakfast food that is often enjoyed with butter and jam.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that 'crumpet' starts with the letter 'C', just like the crispy, golden exterior of this tasty treat.

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