snow cone

noun

variants or sno-cone
: granular ice molded into a ball and flavored with a syrup

Examples of snow cone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Kids can enjoy snow cones, a playground and splash pad, inflatable water slide, obstacle course and rock wall. Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 27 June 2024 Sam Splash Bash kicks things off from 1-3 p.m. at Countryside Outdoor Pool with water games, snow cones, cotton candy, and activities for the whole family. John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 20 June 2024 Some slid down hills into a gigantic pool of mud water — the largest, most popular attraction by far — while a live DJ played in the background and a truck offered snow cones. Jordan D. Brown, Washington Post, 15 June 2024 The concession menu boasts all-American favorites, including double cheeseburgers, onion rings and snow cones. Domenica Bongiovanni, The Indianapolis Star, 15 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for snow cone 

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Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of snow cone was in 1941

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“Snow cone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snow%20cone. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.

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