nougat
/'nu:gɑ:/
Definition
- Noun:
- A type of confectionery made from a sweet paste consisting primarily of sugar and honey, often containing chopped nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pistachios) and sometimes candied fruit.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The box of chocolates included several pieces filled with almond nougat.
- She prefers soft, chewy nougat over hard candy.
- Traditional nougat is a key ingredient in many candy bars.
Advanced Usage
- "Nougat" as an uncountable mass noun: Typically refers to the substance itself, not individual pieces.
- This recipe calls for 200 grams of nougat.
- "A nougat": Can refer to a single piece or variety of the confection.
- He offered me a delicious hazelnut nougat.
Variants and Related Words
- Nougatine (n): A similar confection, often thinner, crispier, and made with caramelized sugar and nuts.
- The dessert was garnished with shards of almond nougatine.
Synonyms
- Confection: A general term for a sweet food item.
- Sweetmeat (archaic): An old-fashioned term for a sweet delicacy.
Related Phrases
- "Like nougat": Used informally to describe something with a similar soft, chewy, or sticky texture.
- The clay was soft and malleable, like nougat.
Noun
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nuts or fruit pieces in a sugar paste
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