Meaning of the word pancake in English

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

pancake

US /ˈpæn.keɪk/

UK /ˈpæn.keɪk/

a thin, flat cake of batter, fried on both sides, typically eaten with syrup or fruit.

Example:

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She made a stack of fluffy pancakes for breakfast.

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He poured maple syrup over his warm pancake.

Synonym:

flapjack griddlecake hotcake

to flatten or cause to flatten, especially as a result of a collision or impact.

Example:

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The car was completely pancaked after the accident.

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The heavy weight caused the metal to pancake.

Synonym:

flatten crush compress squash

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