English · Food & Drink
pancake
/ˈpæn.keɪk/
[/ˈpæn.keɪk/]
flat fried batter cake
Beginnernoun
Definition
A pancake is a thin flat cake made from batter and fried on both sides in a pan.
Example
On Sunday mornings he flipped fluffy pancakes and drizzled them with warm golden syrup.
On Sunday mornings he flipped fluffy pancakes and drizzled them with warm golden syrup.
Etymology
A compound of 'pan' and 'cake', recorded in English since the 15th century.
How & Where It’s Used
A breakfast favorite; in the UK, Pancake Day marks the start of Lent.