Definition

A person or business that makes or sells sweet foods like candies, chocolates, and pastries.

Example

The confectioner created a beautiful wedding cake decorated with flowers and ribbons.

Conversation

Have you ever visited a local confectioner?

Yes, I love trying their unique sweets!

I should go check it out, I hear they have amazing chocolates.

You definitely should! Their pastries are also to die for.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Confectioner → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "fingere" (meaning to make or shape), combined with the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). A confectioner is a person who makes or shapes sweet foods, particularly candies and pastries.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'makes' ('fingere') sweet treats 'together' ('con-') — that's why a confectioner is a person who creates delicious sweets.

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