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Meaning of the word biscuit in English

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biscuit

US /ˈbɪs.kɪt/
UK /ˈbɪs.kɪt/
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Noun

1.

a small, flat, dry cake, typically round, baked until crisp and often sweet, eaten as a snack or with tea or coffee

Example:
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She offered me a cup of tea and a biscuit.
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He dipped his biscuit in his coffee.
Synonym:
cookiecracker
2.

a small, soft, leavened bread, typically round, often served with meals in the Southern United States

Example:
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She made homemade chicken and biscuits for dinner.
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These warm biscuits are perfect with gravy.
Synonym:
sconequick bread
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