Definition

Noun: A type of bread that contains chopped dates as a key ingredient. It is typically a sweet or slightly sweet bread where dates are mixed into the dough before baking.

Usage

The term "date bread" is used as a countable noun to refer to a specific loaf or type of bread. It describes the bread by its primary distinctive ingredient. * She baked a delicious date bread for the tea party. * Would you like a slice of this date bread? It's still warm.

Advanced Usage

• As a Modifier: The term can function attributively to describe other related items.
  • I'm looking for a good date bread recipe.
  • The bakery is known for its date bread loaf.

Variants and Related Words

• Date-nut bread: A common variant that includes nuts (such as walnuts) in addition to dates.
  • Date-nut bread is often served with cream cheese.

Synonyms

• Fruit bread (a broader category that includes bread with various dried fruits)
• Date loaf (a less common but synonymous term)

Different Meanings

The term "date bread" has a single, specific culinary meaning and is not commonly used idiomatically or with other distinct definitions.

Noun

1. bread containing chopped dates