"Eskimo pie" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Eskimo pies [plural]
Etymology: Originally a trademark of the Eskimo Pie Corporation for a product patented in 1922, later licensed to other companies or used as a genericized trademark. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Eskimo pie (plural Eskimo pies)
  1. A bar of ice cream covered in chocolate, usually on a stick. Wikipedia link: Eskimo Pie Categories (topical): Desserts Synonyms: choc ice

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