Meaning of the word macaroon in English

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macaroon

US /ˌmæk.əˈruːn/

UK /ˌmæk.ərˈuːn/

Noun

a light biscuit, typically made with ground almonds or coconut, egg whites, and sugar, often flavored and colored, and sometimes baked between two wafers.

Example:

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She offered me a delicious coconut macaroon.

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The bakery is famous for its almond macaroons.

Synonym:

biscuit cookie

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