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Vocabulary Entry
sweetmeat
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A delicacy made from sweetened fruits, nuts, or other ingredients, often used to refer to a confection or dessert.
Example Sentences
"The sweetmeat was the highlight of the dessert table at the wedding."
"He offered her a piece of sweetmeat filled with dates and almonds."
"Traditional sweetmeats are often prepared during festive occasions."
V
verb
To prepare or present sweetmeats, although this usage is less common.
Example Sentences
"They sweetmeat their guests with an array of sugary delights."
"She decided to sweetmeat her friends with homemade confections."
"He often sweetmeats his visitors with traditional recipes from his childhood."