Meaning of the word bun in English

What does bun mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bun

US /bʌn/

UK /bʌn/

a small, typically round, sweet cake or bread roll

Example:

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She ate a hot cross bun for breakfast.

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I'd like a hamburger bun, please.

Synonym:

roll biscuit scone muffin

a person's hair when it is gathered into a round mass on top of or at the back of the head

Example:

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She tied her long hair into a neat bun.

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The ballerina wore her hair in a tight bun.

Synonym:

chignon knot coil