ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Beignet

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈbɛn.jeɪ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Beignet is a noun meaning (UK) A fritter (with a fruit or vegetable filling).

Meaning

(UK) A fritter (with a fruit or vegetable filling).

More Meanings

  1. (US) A Louisiana-style fried doughnut or fritter covered in powdered sugar.

Example Sentences

We sat in a New Orleans cafe eating beignets and sipping cappuccinos.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include fritter, bakwan, slice, biffin, pirachkich, beancake.

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