History of Cookie in Timeline
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A cookie is a small, typically flat and sweet baked snack or dessert. Its core ingredients usually consist of flour, sugar, egg, and a form of fat like oil, butter. Common additions to cookies include ingredients such as raisins, oats, chocolate chips, or nuts, offering a variety of flavors and textures. Cookies serve as a readily available and enjoyable treat enjoyed worldwide.
1920: Slang Usage of "Cookie"
In 1920, the slang use of "cookie" to refer to a person, especially an attractive woman, was documented in print.
1955: Catchphrase "that's the way the cookie crumbles"
In 1955, the catchphrase "that's the way the cookie crumbles," meaning "that's just the way things happen," appeared in print.
1970: Vulgar Slang for "Vagina"
Since 1970, the word "cookie" has been used as vulgar slang for "vagina" in the US.
