Definitions

1. noun

A type of sugar candy, typically made from sugar, cream, and flavorings.

“The dessert shop offered a variety of sweet treats, including a delicious bernardine.”

2. noun

A woman who bears the title of abbess or head of a Benedictine convent.

“The abbess of the convent was a respected figure in the community and a bernardine.”

3. proper noun

A commune in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department in southeastern France.

“The village of Bernardine in the French Alps is known for its stunning mountain views.”