snow cone

noun

variants or sno-cone
ˈsnō-ˌkōn How to pronounce snow cone (audio)
: granular ice molded into a ball and flavored with a syrup

Examples of snow cone in a Sentence

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Many were simply sitting or walking around with friends, snow cones or slices of pizza in hand. — Diamy Wang july 18, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026 An Ice Shaver crushes ice into a snow-like texture for slushies, snow cones or cold drinks. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 20 May 2026 In addition to the competitions, attendees could visit pet vendors, enjoy snow cones and mocktails, participate in children's craft stations and browse handmade pet products. — Cbs Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 17 May 2026 The family enjoyed a sunny summer day at the park — snow cones and all. — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for snow cone

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of snow cone was in 1941

Rhymes for snow cone

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“Snow cone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snow%20cone. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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