macaroon

/ˌmæk.əˈɹuːn/

mæk · ƏɹUːN (2 syllables)

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Definition

A soft biscuit or cookie prepared with almond or coconut dough.

Etymology

From French macaron. Doublet of macaron.

Example Sentences

  • "I will take charge of the cake department, including, if I remember rightly, plum and plain, rout cakes, and macaroons, finger biscuits, and cracknels."
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