I. (ˈ)fän|d(y)ü adjective
Etymology: French, from past participle of fondre to melt — more at found
1. : passing into each other by subtle gradations : blended — used of colors or of the surface or material on which the colors are laid
2. : melted — used of foods
II. (ˈ)fän|d(y)ü, F fōⁿdu̅e̅ noun
( -s )
Etymology: French, from past participle of fondre
: a lowering or sinking down of the body in ballet dancing by bending the knee of the supporting leg