brownie

brown-ie · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A small, rich, chocolate cake, typically square or rectangular.

  2. 2.

    (folklore) A small, helpful household spirit in Scottish and English legend.

  3. 3.

    A junior member of the Girl Scouts or Girl Guides, typically aged 7-10.

Forms

plural: brownies

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    brownie points — credit or praise for good behavior

Related words

See also: cake, chocolate, cookie

Etymology

From "brown" + diminutive suffix "-ie." The dessert is named for its color; the folklore creature for its brown clothing.