Definition

A type of sweet or candy that is coated with sugar, often used for decoration or as a treat, such as a sugared almond or a small decorative ball.

Example

The cake was beautifully decorated with colorful dragees that sparkled in the light.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a dragee?

Yes, I love those little sugar-coated treats!

They are so delicious, especially the almond ones.

Absolutely! They make great decorations for cakes too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dragee comes from the French word 'dragée', which refers to a sugar-coated almond or confection. The term is derived from the Latin 'dragea', meaning a sweet or candy. Thus, 'dragee' refers to a sweet treat, often sugar-coated.

Memory Tip

Think of the French word 'dragée' for a sugar-coated treat, which helps you remember that 'dragee' refers to a sweet confection.

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