What does confectionery mean?
Confectionery means (uncountable) Foodstuffs that taste very sweet, taken as a group; candies, sweetmeats and confections collectively..
Confectionery
/kənˈfɛkʃənəɹi/ · noun
Meaning
(uncountable) Foodstuffs that taste very sweet, taken as a group; candies, sweetmeats and confections collectively..
Definitions by Sense
- (uncountable) Foodstuffs that taste very sweet, taken as a group; candies, sweetmeats and confections collectively.
- (uncountable) The business or occupation of manufacturing confectionery; the skill or work of a confectioner.
- A store where confectionery is sold; a confectioner's shop.
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Synonyms for confectionery
Antonyms for confectionery
Related Words
Word Forms
- confectioneries
- confectionary
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for confectionery?
Common synonyms include candy, sweets, sweet-making, sweet manufacture.
What is the opposite of confectionery?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use confectionery in a sentence?
Use confectionery where its definition matches the intended context.
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