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gateau

Pronunciation: /ˈgatəʊ/

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Definition of gateau

noun (plural gateaus or gateaux /-əʊz/)

chiefly British
  • a rich cake, typically one containing layers of cream or fruit: a chocolate gateau [mass noun]:a slice of gateau

Origin:

mid 19th century: from French gâteau 'cake'

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The plural of gateau can be spelled either gateaux (like the original French) or gateaus.

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