snow cone

noun

: granular ice molded into a ball and flavored with a syrup

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But imagine my surprise that the snow cone machine has become a staple in our home. Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 22 Aug. 2025 Ranae had a tip jar alongside the snow cone machine in case festivalgoers wanted to offer a few dollars to support. Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Aug. 2025 There are also dog treats, apparel, and a snow cone stand. Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2025 Other activities include bounce houses, face painting, food trucks and snow cones. Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 6 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for snow cone

Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of snow cone was in 1941

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“Snow cone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snow%20cone. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.

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