manicotti

/ˌmænɪˈkɒti/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of Italian pasta dish consisting of cylindrical pieces of pasta wrapped around a filling, typically meat or cheese, and baked

“She ordered manicotti at the Italian restaurant and loved the creamy filling.”

2. noun

a type of Italian pasta, similar to cannelloni, but typically smaller and with a more delicate shape

“Manicotti is a popular choice for Italian cuisine.”

Synonyms

  • cannelloni
  • tortellini

Antonyms

  • salad
  • soup