Where does “muffin” come from?
Muffin derives from English moofin, of uncertain origin and unknown meaning.
muffin (English): A type of flattish bun, usually cut in two...
Definitions
- A type of flattish bun, usually cut in two...
Ancestry of “muffin”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
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| 1 | English | moofin | — |
| 2 | Low German | muffe | small cake |
Words derived from “muffin”