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Washington pie

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noun
a Boston cream pie with raspberry jam instead of custard between the layers.
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Origin of Washington pie

An Americanism dating back to 1905–10

Words nearby Washington pie

Washington Island, Washington lily, Washington Mall, Washington Monument, Washington palm, Washington pie, Washington's Birthday, Washington Square, Washington State, Washington thorn, washing-up
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