pastry

noun

pas·​try ˈpā-strē 

plural pastries

1

a

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

b

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

a plate of tempting pastry

see danish pastry, french pastry

2

: 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.

Recent Examples on the Web

For dessert, pastry Chef Joebeth Marin prepared a Raspberry Rosé. —Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 26 Oct. 2024

Food & Drink From mouthwatering pastries in a gilded dining salon in Paris to a legendary Asian spread courtesy of a Singapore icon. —Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Oct. 2024

With its unique flavors and massive pastries, consider this the local version of The Salty Donut. —Laura Barrero, Axios, 23 Oct. 2024

Frau Hermann teased at her pastry with her fork tines. —Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 23 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

paste entry 1

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing pastry

• choux pastry
• Danish pastry
• French pastry
• pastry cream
• puff pastry

Kids Definition

pastry

noun

past·​ry

ˈpā-strē

plural pastries

1

: sweet baked goods (as cakes or tarts) made of dough or having a crust made of enriched dough

2

: a piece of pastry