Cookie: meaning, definitions and examples
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cookie
[ หkสki ]
sweet treat
A small, sweet baked food typically round in shape and flat, made from flour, sugar, and other ingredients.
Synonyms
biscuit, cracker, sweet, treat.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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| cookie |
This word is commonly used in American English to describe a small, sweet baked treat, often with chocolate chips or other flavorings. It's something you might have as a snack or dessert.
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| biscuit |
In British English, 'biscuit' refers to what Americans call a 'cookie.' In American English, 'biscuit' is a soft bread roll, often served with breakfast or as a side dish.
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| cracker |
These are typically savory, dry, and crispy snacks, often eaten with cheese or spreads.
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| sweet |
Commonly used in British English to refer to any small confectionery or candy. It's more of a general term for sugary treats.
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| treat |
A general term that can refer to any small indulgence, sweet or savory. It implies something enjoyable and often not consumed regularly.
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Examples of usage
- Would you like a cookie with your tea?
- She baked a batch of chocolate chip cookies for the party.
- I bought a pack of cookies from the store for my snack.
computer technology
A packet of data sent by an Internet server to a browser, which is returned by the browser each time it subsequently accesses the same server, used to identify the user or track their access to the server.
Synonyms
HTTP cookie, browser cookie, tracking cookie.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| cookie |
General term for small pieces of data stored on a user's computer by a web browser while browsing a website. Can be used in casual or technical discussions.
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| HTTP cookie |
Technical term used mainly by developers and IT professionals to describe cookies that are used in the HTTP protocol for web communications.
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| browser cookie |
Refers specifically to cookies stored by a web browser. Often used in more technical conversations or documentation.
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| tracking cookie |
Usually has a negative connotation. Refers to cookies used specifically for tracking user behavior across websites, often related to advertising and data collection.
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Examples of usage
- Clear your cookies to improve browser performance.
- Website cookies can store user information for a personalized experience.
Translations
Translations of the word "cookie" in other languages:
๐ต๐น biscoito
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Keks
๐ฎ๐ฉ kue
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะตัะธะฒะพ
๐ต๐ฑ ciasteczko
๐ฏ๐ต ใฏใใญใผ
๐ซ๐ท biscuit
๐ช๐ธ galleta
๐น๐ท kurabiye
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฟ ํค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุณูููุช
๐จ๐ฟ suลกenka
๐ธ๐ฐ suลกienka
๐จ๐ณ ๆฒๅฅ้ฅผ
๐ธ๐ฎ piลกkot
๐ฎ๐ธ smรกkaka
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฟะตัะตะฝัะต
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแแแจแแ แแแแชแฎแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ peรงenye
๐ฒ๐ฝ galleta
Etymology
The word 'cookie' originated from the Dutch word 'koekie' meaning little cake. Cookies have been enjoyed for centuries, with early versions dating back to Persia in the 7th century AD. The concept of computer cookies was introduced in 1994 by Netscape to store user information and preferences for websites. Today, cookies are an essential part of internet browsing and data tracking.
See also: cook, cooked, cooker, cookhouse, cooking, cookout, cooktop, cookware, overcook, overcooked, precook, precooked, uncooked, undercooked.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #15,367, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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