frosting

noun

frost·​ing ˈfrȯ-stiŋ How to pronounce frosting (audio)
1
2
: lusterless finish of metal or glass : mat
also : a white finish produced on glass (as by etching)
3
: the lightening (as by chemicals) of small strands of hair throughout the entire head to produce a two-tone effect compare streaking

Examples of frosting in a Sentence

We put frosting on the cupcakes.
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To add the frosting to the cake is having the parents totally uncaring and oblivious! Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 30 Jan. 2025 This gluten-free cake is soft and fluffy and topped with a pudding-like chocolate frosting. Olivia Quintana, Bon Appétit, 26 Jan. 2025 Ground cinnamon: Spices the frosting to compliment the cookie. Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2025 In addition to textured frosting in neutral shades, the treats also included adorable tongues, noses and eyes, all of which were seemingly also made of frosting. Bailey Richards, People.com, 25 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for frosting 

Word History

First Known Use

1750, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of frosting was in 1750

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“Frosting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/frosting. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

frosting

noun
frost·​ing ˈfrȯ-stiŋ How to pronounce frosting (audio)
1
2
: a dull finish on metal or glass
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