Definition
cakeholes
noun
- plural of cakehole; the mouth (British informal, often used humorously or dismissively)
- plural of cakehole; a small opening or compartment in a wall or structure, historically used for storing cakes or provisions
Usage: informal; British English; often used in the phrase 'shut your cakehole'
Usage: archaic; British English
Examples
- He told the children to shut their cakeholes and listen to the teacher.
- The old bakery had several cakeholes built into the kitchen wall for storing fresh bread.
- She couldn't resist opening her cakehole to make a sarcastic comment.
- The medieval cottage still had its original cakeholes preserved in the stone walls.
- Stop running your cakehole and pay attention!