frangipane

/frændʒɪˈpeɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a rich filling made from almonds, sugar, and eggs, traditionally used in French pastry.

“The French patisserie’s frangipane-filled croissants were a hit at the local market.”

2. verb

to fill or cover with frangipane, especially a pastry.

“The baker frangipaned the tart with a generous helping of the sweet almond filling.”

3. proper noun

a type of fragrant orchid, Dendrobium phalaenopsis, also known as the ‘Frangipani’.

“The tropical garden was filled with the sweet scent of frangipane flowers.”

Synonyms

  • almond filling
  • pastry filling

Antonyms

  • bare
  • empty