muffin
UK: ˈmʌfɪn | US: ˈmʌfɪn
n. a small, round, sweet cake, typically eaten for breakfast or as a snack.
The word "muffin" likely derives from the Old French word "moufflet," meaning "soft bread," combined with the diminutive suffix "-in." It first appeared in English in the early 18th century, referring to a small, soft bread or cake. Over time, it evolved to specifically denote the sweet, cake-like baked good we know today. The morpheme "muff" reflects its soft texture, while "-in" gives it a diminutive, endearing quality.
She baked blueberry muffins for breakfast.
He grabbed a muffin and coffee on his way to work.
The bakery sells freshly baked muffins every morning.
These chocolate chip muffins are deliciously moist.
Would you like a muffin with your tea?