croissant
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Noun — A flaky, buttery pastry shaped like a crescent, typically eaten for breakfast.
How to use croissant
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Borrowed from French croissant, meaning "crescent," the present participle of croître ("to grow"); it is a doublet of the English word "crescent."
Full origin of croissant →Frequently asked questions
What does “croissant” mean?
The word “croissant” means a flaky, buttery pastry shaped like a crescent, typically eaten for breakfast. In plain terms, a curved, layered French pastry, famous for its buttery, flaky texture.
How do you pronounce “croissant”?
“Croissant” is pronounced KWA-so (/kɹəˈsɑnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “croissant” in a sentence?
Here is “croissant” used in a sentence: “He grabbed a warm croissant and a coffee on his way to work.”
What part of speech is “croissant”?
“Croissant” is a noun.
Where does the word “croissant” come from?
The word “croissant” comes from French. Borrowed from French croissant, meaning "crescent," the present participle of croître ("to grow"); it is a doublet of the English word "crescent.".