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bagel

Pronunciation: /ˈbeɪg(ə)l/

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Definition of bagel

noun

  • a dense bread roll in the shape of a ring, characteristic of Jewish baking.

Origin:

early 20th century (as beigel): from Yiddish beygel

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The ending of bagel is spelled -el.

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