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confect

Pronunciation: /kənˈfɛkt/

Definition of confect

verb

[with object]
  • make (something elaborate or dainty) from various elements:a trifle confected from angelica and piped cream

Origin:

late Middle English: from Latin confect- 'put together', from the verb conficere, from con- 'together' + facere 'make'

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