baking-powder biscuit

/ˌpaʊdər ˌbɪskɪt/
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Definitions of baking-powder biscuit
  1. noun
    leavened with baking powder
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    types:
    shortcake
    very short biscuit dough baked as individual biscuits or a round loaf; served with sweetened fruit and usually whipped cream
    type of:
    biscuit
    small round bread leavened with baking-powder or soda
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