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sweetmeats

Pronunciation: [ˈswiːtˌmiːts]

Word

Context: "food"

(noun) sweetmeats are sweets or candies, especially those that are made from fruit or nuts. They are often enjoyed as a treat during special occasions or holidays.

Example

For dessert, we served delicious sweetmeats made from candied fruits.

Example

He didn't like sweetmeats at the party, so he chose a chocolate cake instead.

Example

Do you know how many different kinds of sweetmeats are at the festival?

Context: "historical"

(noun) sweetmeats can also refer to a type of traditional fancy dish or delicacy that was popular in earlier times, often served at banquets. These dishes were usually elaborate and made to impress guests.

Example

The banquet featured several types of sweetmeats that amazed all the guests.

Example

In modern restaurants, you rarely find sweetmeats served like they were in the past.

Example

What kind of sweetmeats would people eat at royal feasts long ago?

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