Meaning of the word "couverture chocolate" in English

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couverture chocolate

US /kuːvərˈtʊr ˈtʃɑːklət/
UK /kuːvərˈtʊr ˈtʃɑːklət/
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Noun

1.

a high-quality chocolate that contains a higher percentage of cocoa butter than other chocolates, used by chocolatiers for dipping, coating, molding, and garnishing

Example:
For the best results, use high-quality couverture chocolate for your truffles.
The glossy finish on the candies is achieved with couverture chocolate.
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