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1icing
noun ic·ing \ˈī-siŋ\
Definition of ICING
1
: a sweet flavored usually creamy mixture used to coat baked goods (as cupcakes) —called also frosting
2
: something that adds to the interest, value, or appeal of an item or event —often used in the phrase icing on the cake
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First Known Use of ICING
circa 1740
2icing
noun
Definition of ICING
: an illegal act by an ice-hockey player of shooting a puck from within the defensive zone or defensive half of the rink beyond the opponents' goal line but not into the goal
First Known Use of ICING
1948
ICING Defined for Kids
icing
noun ic·ing \ˈī-siŋ\
Definition of ICING for Kids
: a sweet coating for baked goods (as cakes)
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