NYT Dictionary

TAFFY

/ˈtæ.fi/
NounTAF-fytaf-fy · 2 syllablesGrade 2

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

A soft, chewy candy made from boiled sugar, molasses, or corn syrup and butter.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Probably related to tafia (“a type of rum”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 6 recorded puzzles:

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