pumpernickel

noun

pum·​per·​nick·​el ˈpəm-pər-ˌni-kəl How to pronounce pumpernickel (audio)
: a dark coarse sourdough bread made of unbolted rye flour

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This is less troubling than the green, because a black bagel is only a few shades removed from pumpernickel, whereas a green bagel is a few shades removed from the ooze that gives adolescent turtles sentience. Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 14 June 2024 Healthier options include whole wheat, sourdough, spelt, rye, and pumpernickel. Aviv Joshua, Verywell Health, 7 Oct. 2024 Generous, soft, beautifully enticing cloudy light aromas of cherries, pumpernickel bread, black currants, black berries and a country lane in spring. Tom Mullen, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024 At Terrace, there’s also a lot of choice, including pumpernickel everything and garlic bagels and a sprawling selection of schmears displayed in a gleaming glass case. Devra Ferst, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pumpernickel 

Word History

Etymology

German, from pumpern to break wind + Nickel goblin; from its reputed indigestibility

First Known Use

1738, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pumpernickel was in 1738

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“Pumpernickel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pumpernickel. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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pumpernickel

noun
pum·​per·​nick·​el ˈpəm-pər-ˌnik-əl How to pronounce pumpernickel (audio)
: a dark coarse somewhat sour rye bread

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