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A whimsical term originating in the U.S., first used when the treat was invented at the 1904 World’s Fair.
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A British term describing the candy's fluffy texture, similar to soft fibers of spun thread.
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Meaning "Papa's beard," this name likens the treat's fluffy strands to an elderly man’s beard.
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Translating to "cotton of sugar," this name describes the treat's visual similarity to fluffy cotton.
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Literally "sugar wool," it perfectly describes the soft, woollike texture.
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This translates to "sugar thread," highlighting how the candy is spun into fine strands.
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Similar to the German term, it translates to "sugar wool," emphasizing the candy's texture.
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Another variation meaning "sugar wool," widely recognized in Polish carnivals and fairs.
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Translating to "sugar cloud," it poetically describes the fluffy and airy nature of cotton candy.
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This unique name refers to a traditional Persian treat made in a similar spun form but with a slightly different texture and flavor.
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