wonut en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈwoʊ(ˌ)nʌt/ (General-American)
- /ˈwəʊnʌt/ (Received-Pronunciation)
Etymology
Blend of waffle + donut. First popularized in 2014 at Waffles Cafe in Chicago by owner Alex Hernandez.
Meanings
-
(neologism) A type of waffle made with a mixture of waffle and doughnut dough, deep-fried and decorated like a doughnut.
Wonuts are made with a two-step cooking process, and in that way they're similar to bagels.
2015, Ellen Brown, Donut Nation: A Cross-Country Guide to America's Best Artisan Donut Shops:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| wonuts | Number=Plur | lexicographic |