Etymology

fudge

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Today it means: A type of very sweet candy or confection, usually made from sugar, butter, and milk or cream. Full definition →

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fudge · noun, verb, interjection1

Probably a variant of fadge (“to fit”), the confectionery sense having evolved from the meaning of “merging together” or “turning out as expected”.

Fudge · proper noun2

From the Middle English surname, diminutive of Fulcher.

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