What is the origin of the word “scone”?

1. French
2. Middle Dutch
3. Old English
4. German

 

 

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Answer: 2

Based on information from the Merriam-Webster Dictionary online, Scone is a small and rich biscuit.  The word perhaps originated from Dutch schoonbrood, which means fine white bread. 

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