Meaning of the word doughnut in English

What does doughnut mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

doughnut

US /ˈdoʊ.nʌt/
UK /ˈdəʊ.nʌt/

Noun

a small fried cake of sweetened dough, typically in the shape of a ring or a ball, sometimes filled with jam or cream

Example:
I bought a dozen glazed doughnuts for breakfast.
She prefers chocolate-filled doughnuts.