Definition

A type of food that includes sweets like candies and pastries, often made by a confectioner.

Example

The confectionery shop was filled with colorful candies and delicious pastries.

Conversation

Have you been to that new confectionery downtown?

Not yet, but I've heard they have the best chocolates.

We should definitely check it out this weekend.

Sounds like a plan! I love trying new sweets.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Confectionery → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "fingere" (meaning to make or shape), combined with the suffix "-ery" (indicating a place or condition). The word refers to a place where sweet foods are made or shaped together, typically candies and sweets.

Memory Tip

Think of 'making' ('fingere') sweet treats 'together' ('con-') in a special place ('-ery'). This helps you remember that confectionery is all about a place where delicious sweets are created.

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