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pastry (noun)

A dough made primarily from flour, fat, and water, which is used as a base or covering for baked dishes like pies and tarts. It also refers to individual sweet or savory baked goods made from this dough, such as croissants or turnovers.

💬 Example

"I usually have a coffee and a pastry for my breakfast on Saturdays."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'PAST-ry' as a food from the 'PAST' that is still 'TASTY' today. It has 'PASTE' (flour and water) as its base...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

I like to eat a pastry for dinner. → I like to eat a savory pastry for dinner.

The pasta was very flaky. → The pastry was very flaky.

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