NYT Dictionary

ICING

/ˈaɪsɪŋ/
NounVerbIC-ingic-ing · 2 syllablesGrade 1

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

A sweet, often creamy and thick glaze made primarily of sugar, often enriched with ingredients like butter, egg whites, or flavorings, typically used for baked goods.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Gerund of the verb to ice.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

frostingfrosticecandycomfitconfectionconfectioneryconservegelatinglaze

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 18 recorded puzzles:

+6 earlier appearances in the archive.

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