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Meaning of pastry

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pastry

Pronunciation:/ˈpeɪstɹi/

noun

Definitions

  1. A baked food item made from flour and fat pastes such as pie crust; also tarts, bear claws, napoleons, puff pastries, etc.

    Example: That pastry shop sells not just pastries, but all kinds of baked goods.

  2. The food group formed by the various kinds of pastries.

    Example: That pastry shop sells not just pastry, but all kinds of baked goods.

  3. The type of light flour-based dough used in pastries.

  4. A place where pastry is made.