tea cake

noun

Synonyms of tea cakenext
1
: a small flat cake usually made with raisins
2
: cookie

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These tea cakes are a simple yet delicious mini dessert to serve at any shower. — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026 Each journey begins with afternoon tea featuring regional specialties such as Welsh tea cakes and bara brith fruit cake. — Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2025 The shop also offers a full vegan crepe menu; a small pastry case featuring homemade tea cakes, cookies and scones; an espresso bar with homemade syrups; and a cocktail menu. — Natalie Wallington, Kansas City Star, 2 Jan. 2025 Select flights also include Virgin's signature afternoon tea service, featuring sandwiches, tea cakes, and warm scones with jam and clotted cream. — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for tea cake

Word History

First Known Use

1805, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of tea cake was in 1805

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“Tea cake.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tea%20cake. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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