pepernoot
English
Etymology
From Dutch
Noun
pepernoot (plural pepernoots)
- a kind of dough-based confectionery eaten during Sinterklaas celebrations. Typically softer and larger than a kruidnoot
Dutch
Pepernoten.
Etymology
From peper + noot. Compare German Pfeffernuss, whence English pfeffernusse.
Pronunciation
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Noun
pepernoot f (plural pepernoten, diminutive pepernootje n)
- pepernoot
- (proscribed) kruidnoot (see there)
Usage notes
Although pepernoten are strictly different from kruidnoten, the term pepernoot is commonly used to refer to both.
Synonyms
- (kruidnoot): kruidnoot