Confectionery

/kənˈfɛk.ʃə.ner.i/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Confectionery refers to sweets and candies, as well as the shop where such items are sold.

The children ran excitedly towards the confectionery to buy some chocolates.

A type of food that is made of sugar and can include items like candies, chocolates, and pastries.

She specializes in confectionery, creating elaborate cakes and pastries for special occasions.

The art or skill of making confections, including candies and sweets.

He has a true passion for confectionery, often experimenting with new flavors and techniques.

From French 'confectionnaire', from 'confection' meaning a preparation or mixing.

confectionery delight

A term referring to a particularly enjoyable or delicious sweet.

sugar rush

The temporary boost in energy and mood from consuming sugary foods.

give in to temptation

To indulge in sweets or desserts despite efforts to avoid them.

candy

A type of sweet food made with sugar.

chocolate

A sweet, usually brown food made from roasted and ground cacao seeds.

dessert

A course that concludes a meal, typically consisting of sweet foods.

Sweet tooth

I've got a sweet tooth, I can never resist the confectionery aisle.

Candy land

For the kids, visiting the confectionery is like stepping into candy land.