Meaning & Definition of word "Candied"
Candied
/ˈkandiːd/
adjective:
- 1. Preserved or glazed with sugar or syrup, often used to enhance the flavor of fruits or other foods.
- Example: The candied orange peel added a delightful sweetness to the cake.
- 2. Made sweet or appealing in a superficial manner.
- Example: The candied version of the story omitted the darker themes.
- 3. Referring to fruits or nuts that have been cooked in sugar syrup and dried.
- Example: She decorated the dessert with candied cherries for a colorful presentation.
Etymology
●Derived from the word 'candy', which comes from the Arabic 'qand' meaning 'sugar'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
candied fruit:
Fruit that has been preserved by being cooked in sugar syrup.
candied ginger:
Ginger root that has been cooked and preserved in sugar, often used in baking or as a snack.
Related Words
candy:
A sweet food made from sugar or syrup.
confectionery:
Sweets and candies collectively, often made from sugar.