pastry

noun

pas·try ˈpā-strē

plural pastries

Synonyms of pastry next

: a dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste sense 1a

: usually sweet baked goods made of dough having a high fat content

a plate of tempting pastry

see danish pastry, french pastry

: a piece of pastry

I had a pastry and a cup of tea.

Examples of pastry in a Sentence

He worked on the filling while I prepared the pastry. She had a pastry and coffee for breakfast.

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Like giving pastry brushes an egg-wash workout on all that pie crust. —

Jamila Robinson, Bon Appétit, 5 Nov. 2024 The mats, made from food-grade silicone, lie flat on baking sheets and ensure pastries, cookies, veggies, and more won’t stick to the pan. —

Maggie Horton, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024 The gingersnap crust is delicious as well, and much easier than working with pastry. —

Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024 The pastry session delves into the world of French patisserie, creating delights such as profiteroles, chocolate tarts and artisanal cookies. —

Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pastry