pastry

noun

pas·​try ˈpā-strē How to pronounce pastry (audio)
plural pastries
Synonyms of pastrynext
1
a
: a dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste sense 1a
b
: usually sweet baked goods made of dough having a high fat content
a plate of tempting pastry
see also danish pastry, french pastry
2
: a piece of pastry
I had a pastry and a cup of tea.

Examples of pastry in a Sentence

He worked on the filling while I prepared the pastry. She had a pastry and coffee for breakfast.
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All pastries and crêpes made in house are gluten-free (made with Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 flour), so there’s little risk of cross contamination. — Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 9 Aug. 2026 Fresh tropical fruit, perfectly prepared eggs, sweet mango juice, and warm pastries. — Datwon Thomas, VIBE.com, 8 Aug. 2026 There will be food representing different Hispanic cultures as well, including some from student entrepreneurs who create their own pastries and sell them online. — Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026 Tartine is fittingly tucked inside a former funeral home chapel, where breakfast delights such as golden pastries, fresh breads and fruity jams are heaven on Earth. — Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pastry

Word History

Etymology

paste entry 1

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of pastry was in the 15th century

Phrases Containing pastry

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pastry

noun
past·​ry
ˈpā-strē
plural pastries
1
: sweet baked goods (as cakes or tarts) made of dough or having a crust made of enriched dough
2
: a piece of pastry

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