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cross bun

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  1. cross bun, hot cross bunnoun

    moderately sweet raised roll containing spices and raisins and citron and decorated with a cross-shaped sugar glaze

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  1. cross bun

    A cross bun, often referred to as a hot cross bun, is a sweet, yeast-leavened, spiced bun made with currants or raisins, often with candied citrus fruits marked with a cross on the top. They are traditionally eaten on Good Friday in various countries, including the UK, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Canada and India. The cross on the bun is symbolic of the crucifixion of Jesus and the spices inside signify the spices used to embalm him at his burial.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of cross bun in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of cross bun in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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