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Confection Definition & Meaning

confection
noun
  1. a food rich in sugar
  2. the act of creating something (a medicine or drink or soup etc.) by compounding or mixing a variety of components
verb
  1. make into a confection; "This medicine is home-confected"

"Confection" in song lyrics

See how confection is used in real songs:

  • "what swing band from the 1990s took their name from a 100 year old candy confection"
    AOL — AOL
  • "swing band from the 1990s took their name from a 100 year old candy confection"
    AOL — AOL
  • "calmalized sugar and nuts confection"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "confection"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "confection" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for confection to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does confection mean?
a food rich in sugar the act of creating something (a medicine or drink or soup etc.) by compounding or mixing a variety of components make into a confection; "This medicine is home-confected"
What part of speech is confection?
Confection is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does confection have?
Confection has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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