confectioner
|con/fec/tion/er|
B2
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/kənˈfɛkʃənər/
🇬🇧
/kənˈfɛkʃənə/
sweets maker
Etymology
Etymology Information
'confectioner' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'confeccioun,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'facere' meant 'to make.'
Historical Evolution
'confeccioun' transformed into the modern English word 'confectioner' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person who makes confections,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or business that makes or sells sweets and candies.
The confectioner displayed a variety of chocolates in the shop window.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/25 01:51