Definition

A type of flatbread made from cornmeal, often cooked on a griddle or in a skillet.

Example

For breakfast, I enjoyed a warm corncake topped with butter and syrup.

Conversation

Have you ever tried making corncake?

No, I haven't! What’s it like?

It's a sweet and fluffy dish that's perfect for breakfast.

That sounds delicious! I’d love to try it sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Corncake → The word is formed from "corn" (from Old English *corn*, meaning grain or seed) and "cake" (from Old Norse *kaka*, meaning a baked flour confection). The term "corncake" refers to a cake made primarily from cornmeal or corn flour, highlighting its grain-based composition.

Memory Tip

Think of 'grain' ('corn') and a 'baked treat' ('cake') to remember that corncake is a cake made from corn.

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