释义 |
confect /kən-fektˈ/ transitive verb- To prepare by combining ingredients
- To preserve
noun /konˈfekt/ - Fruit, etc, prepared with sugar
- A sweet
- A comfit
ORIGIN: L cōnficere, cōnfectum to make up together, from con- and facere to make confecˈtion noun - Composition, compounding, mixing
- A sweet substance mixed with a medicinal preparation to make it more palatable
- A sweet
- A light, frothy entertainment
- An elaborate article of clothing for women's wear
confecˈtionary noun - A place where confections are made or kept
- A confection
adjective Relating to or of the nature of confections confecˈtioner noun - A person who makes or sells confectionery, sweet cakes or sweets
- A sweet shop
confecˈtionery noun - Confectioners' work or art
- Sweets in general
confectioner's sugar noun (US) Icing sugar |