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snow cone

American

noun

a paper cup with shaved or crushed ice over which flavored syrup has been poured.

Etymology

Origin of snow cone

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

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The ice crush preset can turn ice into snow, ready for a snow cone treat, while the stir function is great for emulsified sauces like Caesar dressing.

From Salon • Dec. 17, 2024

It’s also a chance to get that snow cone machine you’ve had your eye on.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2024

Plenty of other recipes eschew quick and easy, requiring you to put in the time, effort and/or financial investment through the purchase of special equipment, such as a snow cone maker.

From Washington Post • Jun. 8, 2022

Barnes also said there were snow cone carts everywhere, so he enjoyed one despite the brain freeze.

From Fox News • Mar. 19, 2022

I Rooked up and there above us was a rounded snow cone.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer

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