Bun

usgb/bʌn/
noun

A small, sweet or savory, round shaped bread.

She bought a cinnamon bun from the bakery.
Visual representation of "bun" - A small, sweet or savory, round shaped bread

Often appears as...

  • cinnamon bun
  • hot cross bun
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Cultural Foods

Different cultures have unique 'bun' varieties, like Chinese baozi.

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Try the steamed buns filled with pork at the Chinese restaurant.
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Occasions

'Bun' is often associated with holidays, like hot cross buns at Easter.

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We eat hot cross buns on Good Friday.
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Sweet or Savory

Remember, 'bun' can be either sweet with sugar or savory with spices.

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She prefers savory cheese buns over sweet ones.
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