Definition

A baked dish made with a pastry crust that can be filled with sweet or savory ingredients like fruits, meats, or cheeses.

Example

I baked a delicious apple pie for dessert.

Conversation

Have you tried the new bakery downtown?

No, I haven't! What do they have that's good?

I heard their apple pie is amazing, and they make it fresh every day.

That sounds delicious! We should definitely go and try a slice.

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Root Explanation

The word 'pie' originates from Old French 'pye' (meaning a baked dish or pastry), which itself comes from the Latin 'pica' (meaning magpie, a bird known for collecting various items). The term evolved to refer to a dish that could contain a variety of fillings, much like the magpie's collection of diverse objects.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word 'pye' for a baked dish, which helps you remember that a pie is a dish filled with various ingredients.

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