NYT Dictionary

BEIGNET

/bɛnˈjeɪ/
NounAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2023, 2025

Meaning

A fritter (with a fruit or vegetable filling).

Etymology

Origin: French

Borrowed from French beignet, ultimately of Frankish origin.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

cymbalfrittersinkertwister

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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