confectioner

noun

con·​fec·​tion·​er kən-ˈfek-sh(ə-)nər How to pronounce confectioner (audio)
: a manufacturer of or dealer in confections

Examples of confectioner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web By that measure the shares of the confectioner are way overpriced. William Baldwin, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2024 In a large bowl, use a fork or whisk to whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, milk or cream, vanilla, and salt. Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 24 Sep. 2024 In addition to a love of the confectioner’s treats, prioritizing herself mentally, physically, and spiritually has added sweetness to her life. Essence, 12 Aug. 2024 In a medium-size mixing bowl, whisk the confectioners’ sugar and lemon juice until well combined and no lumps remain. Mandi Wright, Detroit Free Press, 19 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for confectioner 

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Word History

Etymology

confection + -er entry 2, after Medieval Latin confectiōnārius "confectioner, apothecary"

First Known Use

1591, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of confectioner was in 1591

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Cite this Entry

“Confectioner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/confectioner. Accessed 18 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

confectioner

noun
con·​fec·​tion·​er kən-ˈfek-sh(ə-)nər How to pronounce confectioner (audio)
: a manufacturer of or dealer in confections

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