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simnel cake

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪmn(ə)l/

Definition of simnel cake

noun

chiefly British
  • a rich fruit cake, typically with a marzipan covering and decoration, eaten especially at Easter or during Lent.

Origin:

mid 17th century: simnel from Old French simenel, based on Latin simila or Greek semidalis 'fine flour'

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