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Definition of crumpet
crumpet
/ˈkrʌm.pɪt/
crum · pet
Plural:crumpets
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CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
2
Usage
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1
British A thick, flat, savory cake with a porous texture and a smooth bottom, made from a yeast batter cooked on a griddle and typically eaten toasted and buttered.
Example
"For afternoon tea, she served a plate of hot, buttered crumpets alongside a pot of Earl Grey."
2
British A person regarded as sexually attractive, or women collectively considered as objects of sexual desire (often considered dated or objectifying).
Example
"The actor was frequently cast in romantic comedies and quickly became known as the thinking man's crumpet."
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Word Origin & Etymology
First recorded in the late 17th century, likely derived from the Middle English 'crompid' meaning 'curled up' or from Celtic equivalents like the Welsh 'crempog' (pancake).
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Crumpet. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/crumpet