croissant
Definition
- Noun:
- A very rich, flaky, crescent-shaped roll made of buttery, layered pastry dough, typically eaten for breakfast.
Usage
- As a noun (countable): Refers to a single item of this baked good.
- I bought a croissant and a coffee.
- These croissants are fresh from the oven.
Examples
- Noun:
- For breakfast, she prefers a plain croissant with jam.
- The bakery is famous for its chocolate-filled croissants.
Advanced Usage
- "A croissant and...": A common phrase indicating a light breakfast or snack.
- My usual order is a croissant and a latte.
Variants and Related Words
- Pain au chocolat (noun): A similar French pastry, but rectangular with chocolate inside.
- Danish pastry (noun): A broader category of rich, sweet, layered pastries, often with fruit or cheese filling.
Synonyms
- Crescent roll: A general term, though it often refers to a less rich, simpler version.
- Viennoiserie: The French term for baked goods made from yeast-leavened dough in a manner similar to bread, or from puff pastry, including croissants.
Idioms
Noun
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very rich flaky crescent-shaped roll
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