Wordle Answer for July 7, 2023
DONUT was the Wordle answer for July 7, 2023. If you missed the day or you're looking it up after the fact, this page collects the hints and word context in one place.
The answer
DONUT
What donut means
A ring-shaped fried pastry with a hole in the center, typically glazed or topped with frosting and sprinkles.
Where the word comes from
The word "donut" is an American spelling of "doughnut," which comes from Dutch "doughnut" or "olykoek" (oil cake). Early Dutch settlers in New York fried small balls of dough in oil, and English speakers adopted the Dutch name, eventually shortening it. The modern spelling "donut" became popular in the early 20th century, especially through commercial use.
Hints for July 7, 2023
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Synonyms of donut
- doughnut
- sinker
- jelly
- bagel
- pillow
- cushion
- slap
- jelly doughnut
Used in a sentence
The baker pulled a fresh _____ from the oil and dusted it with cinnamon sugar.
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