Birthday cake
Birthday Cake
A Birthday Cake (/ˈbɜːrθdeɪ keɪk/) is a cake that is traditionally served at birthday celebrations. The custom of celebrating birthdays with cake dates back to ancient times, and has evolved significantly over the centuries.
Etymology
The term "Birthday Cake" is derived from the English words "birth" and "day", referring to the anniversary of a person's birth, and "cake", a sweet baked dessert. The tradition of celebrating birthdays with cake is believed to have originated in ancient Greece, where honey cakes were baked for religious celebrations, which included birthdays of gods and goddesses.
Related Terms
- Cake: A sweet baked dessert, typically made from ingredients like flour, sugar, and eggs. Cakes can be decorated and flavored in a variety of ways.
- Birthday: The anniversary of a person's birth, often celebrated with parties, gifts, and special meals.
- Candle: A source of light, typically made from wax, that is often placed on birthday cakes. The number of candles usually represents the age of the person celebrating their birthday.
- Frosting: A sweet, creamy topping used to cover or fill cakes. Frosting can be flavored and colored in a variety of ways.
- Celebration: A special event or party that is held to mark a particular occasion. Birthdays are one of the most common types of celebrations.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Birthday cake
- Wikipedia's article - Birthday cake
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