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confection

/kɑnˈfɛkʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does confection mean?

noun

A sweet food, typically made with sugar and often containing chocolate, nuts, or fruit; a sweet dish or dessert.

Example

"The bakery created a variety of confections for the holiday season."

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