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koeksister

The correct spelling is koeksister.

How to pronounce koeksister

noun

Say it like: Koe-ksi-ste-r

The correct spelling is koeksister. A traditional Malay confection consisting of a deep-fried twisted or plaited doughnut dipped in syrup immediately after cooking. For example: "2003 Orania is unveiling a statue to the koeksister, that syrupy delicacy so loved by Afrikaners. When I tell people, everyone thinks it must be a joke. — Sunday Times"

Usage Examples

2003 Orania is unveiling a statue to the koeksister, that syrupy delicacy so loved by Afrikaners. When I tell people, everyone thinks it must be a joke. — Sunday Times

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A traditional Malay confection consisting of a deep-fried twisted or plaited doughnut dipped in syrup immediately after cooking.

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