Synonyms for

Bun

Verb / bʌn / Another word for bun — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A small, round, soft bread roll.

Synonyms & similar words

roll roll loaf brioche croissant bagel muffin pastry scone danish pretzel breadstick ciabatta focaccia naan pita tortilla wrap flatbread biscuit crumpet

Synonyms by register

Formal

chignon knot coil

Informal

do pony topknot

Literary

tress curl

Antonyms

unravel disperse scatter loosen untie

Common collocations

  • hair bun
  • cinnamon bun
  • burger bun
  • bread bun
  • tie a bun
  • put up a bun
  • messy bun
  • tight bun

Word family

noun bun

Usage note

Primarily used for a hairstyle or a type of bread roll. 'Bun' as a hairstyle is informal, while 'chignon' is more formal.

Example sentences

  1. I ate a delicious cinnamon bun for breakfast.
  2. She put her hair up in a bun for the dance recital.
  3. The hot dog vendor handed me a bun with my sausage.
  4. I like to make homemade hamburger buns for my cookouts.
  5. The baker made a fresh batch of buns this morning.

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