popover

noun

pop·​over ˈpäp-ˌō-vər How to pronounce popover (audio)
: a hollow quick bread shaped like a muffin and made from a thin batter of eggs, milk, and flour

Examples of popover in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web My popovers rose to lofty heights, everyone was well-fed, and our traditions were safely in my care. Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 1 Nov. 2024 Some of the items on Lewis' list: an Abercrombie's camo popover hoodie, Garage cargo fleece sweatpants, $98 Lululemon New Crew backpack in black, On Cloud all-white shoes and colorful Adidas Gazelle shoes. Kelly Tyko, Axios, 2 Sep. 2024 The eatery will also feature fresh seafood, pork chops, chicken Wellington, and signature popovers. Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2024 Keep an effortless style in your travel rotation, like this popover shirtdress, which features extended shoulder seams and a cinching tie waist. Ali Faccenda, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for popover 

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Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of popover was in 1850

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“Popover.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/popover. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

popover

noun
pop·​over
ˈpäp-ˌō-vər
: a quick bread shaped like a hollow muffin and made from eggs, milk, and flour
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