torte

Definition

A rich, dense cake, typically made with many eggs and relatively little flour (as opposed to a sponge cake or gâteau).

Etymology

Borrowed from German Torte. Cognate to tart. Doublet of torta.

Example Sentences

• "The football discussion had cut off as soon as Lacey entered the room. Now they just sat silently eating torte and sipping tea."
• "Call Natalie at Glorious Foods and tell her no for the 40th time. No! I don't want dacquoise. I want tortes filled with warm rhubarb compote."