Meringue: meaning, definitions and examples

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meringue

 

[ mษ™หˆrรฆล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

culinary dessert

Meringue is a type of dessert or topping made from whipped egg whites and sugar, often with an acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. The mixture is beaten until stiff peaks form and then baked or dried at a low temperature. Meringue can be used as a base for pies, as a topping for cakes, or eaten alone as a sweet treat. It comes in several forms, including French, Swiss, and Italian meringues, each varying by preparation method.

Synonyms

sugar foam, sweet foam, whipped egg whites.

Examples of usage

  • I topped my lemon pie with a fluffy meringue.
  • The chef demonstrated how to make Swiss meringue.
  • For the perfect Pavlova, you need to whip the meringue until glossy.
  • Meringue cookies are a light and crispy delight.

Translations

Translations of the word "meringue" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น merengue

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‡เคฐเคฟเค‚เค—เฅเคฏเฅ‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Baiser

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ meringue

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะตะทะต

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ beza

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒกใƒฌใƒณใ‚ฒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท meringue

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ merengue

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mereng

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋จธ๋žญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฑู†ุบ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ snรญh

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ snehovรก

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่›‹็™ฝ้œœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ beljakovinski sneลพak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ merengue

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะตั€ะตะฝะณะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ merinq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ merengue

Etymology

The word 'meringue' is believed to have originated from the French word 'meringue,' which is thought to be derived from the German 'megen,' meaning 'to stir.' The dessert is thought to have gained popularity in Switzerland in the 18th century. Its fame spread through France, where it became a staple in the patisserie. The technique of whipping egg whites and sugar to create an airy texture dates back to ancient times, with various cultures having their versions of meringue-like confections. The use of meringue in desserts became widely adopted, especially in pastries and cakes. The distinction between different types of meringueโ€”French, Swiss, and Italianโ€”developed due to the variations in preparation methods. Today, meringue is celebrated for its versatility and light, airy texture, and remains a favorite component in diverse desserts worldwide.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,494, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.