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Twinkie - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A Twinkie is a popular American snack cake with a golden sponge exterior and a sweet cream filling. It is known for its long shelf life and nostalgic appeal.

twinkie

/ˈtwɪŋki/ /ˈtwɪŋki/

Definition:

A small, sweet, cream-filled sponge cake, popular in the US as a snack.

Synonyms:

snack cake, cream cake, sponge cake

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

healthy snack, fresh fruit

Common Collocations:

Hostess Twinkie, pack of Twinkies, Twinkie dessert

Derivatives:

Twinkies (plural), Twinkie-like

Usage Tips:

Use "Twinkie" to refer specifically to the branded snack or similar cream-filled cakes in informal contexts.

Common Phrases:

"Twinkie defense, " "live on Twinkies, " "Twinkie diet"

Etymology:

Coined in 1930 by Hostess, derived from "Twinkle Toes," a shoe advertisement at the time.

Examples:

  • 1. He bought a Twinkie from the vending machine.
  • 2. She loves the creamy filling inside a Twinkie.
  • 3. Twinkies are often considered an iconic American junk food.
  • 4. He joked about surviving on just Twinkies for a week.

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