tuille

/ˈtuɪl/ or /ˈtuːi/ or /tuːjəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A French dessert, consisting of a delicate pastry shell filled with a light and airy cream or mousse.

“The chef spent hours preparing the tuille for the dinner party.”

2. noun

A type of French pastry leaf.

“The delicate tuille garnished the top of the wedding cake.”

3. verb

To decorate or garnish with a tuille pastry leaf.

“The pastry chef tuilled the cake with intricate designs.”

Synonyms

  • garnish
  • pastry leaf

Antonyms

  • decoration
  • garnish