hush puppy
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of hush puppy
An Americanism dating back to 1915–20; allegedly so called because such cakes were fed to dogs to keep them from begging for scraps while other dishes were cooked
Example Sentences
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But the true mark of a great hush puppy is its texture — a crisp exterior that yields to a soft, fluffy center — and this recipe produces exactly that.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 6, 2022
Get the terrific pork, flavorful hash and crunchy hush puppy balls. 803-652-2919; no website.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 1, 2016
The boys swiped one more hush puppy each and trotted back toward their houses.
From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper
“Never thought a granddaughter of mine wouldn’t know what a hush puppy is!”
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
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