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icing

/ˈaɪsɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does icing mean?

noun

A sweet, sweet topping made from sugar and often used to decorate cakes and other baked goods. It can also refer to a thin layer of something, such as a substance or a quality, that is added to something else.

Example

"The cake was covered in a thick layer of icing, making it look almost too good to eat."

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