Definition

A type of cookie that is made with flour, sugar, and a lot of butter, giving it a rich and crumbly texture.

Example

She baked a batch of shortbread cookies for the party.

Conversation

Have you ever tried making shortbread?

Yes, I made some last week, and it turned out delicious!

I love how buttery shortbread tastes.

Me too! It's perfect with a cup of tea.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shortbread → The word is formed from "short" (from Old English *sceort*, meaning brief or small) and "bread" (from Old English *bread*, meaning a type of baked food). The term "shortbread" refers to a type of biscuit that is crumbly and not very tall, hence the name 'short' in reference to its texture and density rather than its height.

Memory Tip

Think of 'short' meaning brief or crumbly, and 'bread' referring to a baked good. This helps you remember that shortbread is a type of crumbly biscuit.

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