Buttery biscuit, usually served with tea with clotted cream and jam.
Scone
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Scone, that is."
"I've never seen such a Scone in all my life."
Etymology & History
British baked good. British tea accompaniment. Cream tea scone British. Pronunciation British debate (scone vs scone). Jam and cream British topping. Reflects British baking and tea culture.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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