Definition

A person who specializes in making pastries and desserts, often working in a bakery or restaurant.

Example

The patissier created a beautiful chocolate cake for the wedding.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about becoming a patissier?

That sounds amazing, but I don't have the skills for it.

I think it would be fun to learn how to make pastries like a real patissier.

Definitely! We could take a class together and see how it goes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Patissier** → The word originates from Old French *pâtissier*, meaning a pastry cook or baker. It is derived from *pâtisserie* (meaning pastry) and the suffix *-ier* (meaning one who does or is associated with). A patissier is someone who specializes in making pastries.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'pastry' maker ('pâtissier') — the '-ier' indicates a person who specializes in that craft.

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