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Meaning of pastry
The primary meaning of the word "pastry" refers to a dough of flour, water, and fat, used for making baked goods.
Etymology of pastry
The word "pastry" originates from the Old French "pastrie" or "pasticier," meaning a pastry cook or baker, which is derived from the Latin "coquere," meaning to cook.
Historically, pastry referred to the actual dough used for baking, but over time, the term has come to include the finished baked goods themselves.
Synonyms
bakery
cake
bread
dessert
tart
pie
cookie
biscuit
muffin
scone
croissant
danish
puff
strudel
cream puff
eclair
napoleon
turnover
quiche
souffle
mille-feuille
cannoli
cream-filled
flaky
layered
sweet treat
baked goods
confectionery
sweets
viennoiserie
gateau
torte
petit fours
macarons
madeleines
brioche
babka
cinnamon roll
doughnut
pastry dough
filo
phyllo
Definitions
- A dough of flour, water, and fat, used for making pies, tarts, and other sweet or savory baked goods.
- * A sweet baked food made with this type of dough, typically filled with fruit, cream, or chocolate.
Usage Examples
- The bakery is famous for its delicious pastry and freshly baked bread.
- * She ordered a pastry and a coffee for breakfast.
- * The chef's specialty was a intricate pastry dessert made with layers of flaky dough and cream.
Antonyms
main course
meal
dish
savory food
staple food
plain food
simple food
healthy food
vegetable
fruit
salad
whole food
unprocessed food
natural food
lean food
low-calorie food
sugar-free food
fat-free food
bland food
tasteless food
unappetizing food