graham cracker

noun

gra·​ham cracker ˈgram- How to pronounce graham cracker (audio)
ˈgrā-əm-
: a slightly sweet cracker made of whole wheat flour

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The bottom layer is a graham cracker crumb crust, the middle is a rich, fudgy brownie, and the top is a gooey layer of toasted marshmallow. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 22 July 2026 The sweet blended beverage featured milk chocolate sauce, graham cracker flavor and ice. — Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026 Substitute an equal amount of graham crackers or vanilla wafers. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 July 2026 Look for notes of vanilla, graham cracker, caramel, and toasted grain, and it was bottled at a lower 103 proof. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for graham cracker

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Etymology

graham flour

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of graham cracker was in 1833

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graham cracker

noun
gra·​ham cracker ˈgrā-əm- How to pronounce graham cracker (audio)
ˈgra(-ə)m-
: a slightly sweet cracker made chiefly of whole wheat flour

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