First Known Use: 1863
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zwieback
noun zwie·back \ˈswē-ˌbak, ˈswī-, ˈzwē-, ˈzwī-, -ˌbäk\
: a dry, hard bread that is eaten especially by young children
Full Definition of ZWIEBACK
: a usually sweetened bread enriched with eggs that is baked and then sliced and toasted until dry and crisp
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ZWIEBACK Defined for Kids
zwieback
noun zwie·back \ˈswē-ˌbak, ˈswī-\
Definition of ZWIEBACK for Kids
: a usually sweetened bread made with eggs that is baked and then sliced and toasted until dry and crisp
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