donuts
n. countablen. small, sweet cakes that are usually shaped like a ring or a ball. They are often fried and covered in sugar, chocolate, or icing.
n. small fried cakes of sweetened dough, typically ring-shaped or spherical and filled with jam or cream. The spelling 'donuts' is the common American variant of the British 'doughnuts'.
We bought a dozen fresh donuts for the office meeting.
The bakery specializes in gourmet donuts topped with unique ingredients like lavender and sea salt.
While traditional glazed donuts remain the most popular choice, many modern artisanal shops experiment with savory fillings and complex sourdough bases to appeal to a more mature palate.
The plural form of 'donut'; 'donuts' is the standard American spelling, while 'doughnuts' is preferred in British English.