bagel

UK: ˈbeɪɡəl | US: ˈbeɪɡəl

Definition

  1. n. a dense, chewy, doughnut-shaped bread roll, typically made with yeast dough and boiled before baking

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Etymology

The word "bagel" originates from Yiddish beygl, which itself derives from Middle High German böugel or boug (meaning "ring" or "bracelet"). The term reflects the bread's distinctive ring shape. Introduced to English by Jewish immigrants in the late 19th century, it retains its original form without separable morphemes in modern usage.

Examples

  1. She toasted a bagel and spread cream cheese on it for breakfast.

  2. The bakery sells fresh bagels every morning.

  3. He prefers sesame bagels over plain ones.

  4. Bagels are a popular choice for brunch in New York.

  5. They shared a cinnamon-raisin bagel with coffee.