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bun

 
pronunciation:
buhn
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: A bun is a type of bread. Buns are small and are made for one person to eat at one time. Buns are sometimes round but also come in different shapes. Americans usually eat hamburgers and hot dogs inside a bun. These types of buns are plain in taste, but other types of buns are sweet. Some of these have icing on them or small fruits baked inside.
I love cinnamon buns with raisins inside. My brother likes them too, but he picks out all the raisins!
 
synonyms:
roll
similar words:
bread, cake, muffin
definition 2: A bun is a hair style shaped like a bun. The hair is gathered at the back or top of the head.
Ava's mom wears her hair in a bun when it's hot outside.
similar words:
coil, knot
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