sprinkles

Definition

Small pieces of colored sugar or candy, usually used to decorate cakes, cookies, or ice cream. Can also refer more generally to something lightly scattered in small amounts.

Usage & Nuances

'Sprinkles' is usually plural when talking about candy decorations. Most common with desserts. Don't confuse with the verb 'sprinkle' (to scatter). 'Rainbow sprinkles' means multicolored; 'chocolate sprinkles' are brown. Rarely used for anything except food.

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