CONFECTION


Meaning of CONFECTION in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ kən-ˈfek-shən ]

noun

Date: 15th century

1. : the act or process of confecting

2. : something confected: as

a. : a fancy dish or sweetmeat ; also : a sweet food

b. : a medicinal preparation usually made with sugar, syrup, or honey

c. : a work of fine or elaborate craftsmanship

d. : a light but entertaining theatrical, cinematic, or literary work

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.