pie
0 antonyms and opposites of pie, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A baked dish with a pastry crust and a filling, sweet or savoury.
How to use pie
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English pye, of uncertain origin — possibly linked to the magpie, since a savoury pie mixes several ingredients much like the bird was thought to collect miscellaneous items.
Full origin of pie →Frequently asked questions
What does “pie” mean?
The word “pie” means a baked dish with a pastry crust and a filling, sweet or savoury. In plain terms, a baked pastry dish, or figuratively a whole amount to be divided up.
How do you pronounce “pie”?
“Pie” is pronounced peye (/paɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “pie” in a sentence?
Here is “pie” used in a sentence: “She baked an apple pie for dessert.”
What part of speech is “pie”?
“Pie” is a noun.
Where does the word “pie” come from?
The word “pie” comes from Middle English. From Middle English pye, of uncertain origin — possibly linked to the magpie, since a savoury pie mixes several ingredients much like the bird was thought to collect miscellaneous items.
Is “pie” a common word?
“Pie” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “pie” have?
“Pie” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a baked dish with a pastry crust and a filling, sweet or savoury.
What is the difference between a 'pie' and a 'tart'?
A pie is a baked dish with a pastry crust and a filling, and it often has a top crust or is fully enclosed. A tart is usually open-topped with no upper crust, and its filling is visible on the surface.
What is the difference between a sweet pie and a savoury pie?
A sweet pie has a sugary filling such as fruit, cream, or custard and is usually served as dessert. A savoury pie is filled with ingredients like meat, cheese, or vegetables and is eaten as a main course.