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Key Pastries Vocabulary - Croissant

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Key Pastries Vocabulary
baker
baker
[noun]

someone whose job is baking and selling bread and cakes

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invader
invader
[noun]

a person or group that enters a place by force to take control

Ex: The invader crossed the border at night. 
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to warn
to warn
[Verb]

to tell someone in advance about a possible danger, problem, or unfavorable situation

Ex: The weather forecast warned residents of an approaching storm. 
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invasion
invasion
[noun]

the act of invading or entering a territory, country, or region by force or without permission, often with the intent to control or dominate the area and its inhabitants

Ex: The invasion of Normandy was a turning point in World War II. 
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to celebrate

to do something special such as dancing or drinking that shows one is happy for an event

Ex: Every year, they celebrate their anniversary by going out for a romantic dinner. 
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shape
shape
[noun]

the outer form or edges of something or someone

Ex: The children enjoyed cutting out different shapes from colored paper during the art class. 
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flag
flag
[noun]

a piece of cloth with a mark or pattern that stands for a country, organization, etc.

Ex: The American flag was raised during the ceremony. 
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century
century
[noun]

a period of one hundred years

Ex: Climate change is one of the most serious issues of this century. 
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dough
dough
[noun]

a thick mixture of flour, liquid and sometimes yeast that is baked into bread or pastry

Ex: Pizza dough needs to be stretched and shaped before adding the toppings. 
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layer
layer
[noun]

an amount or sheet of something covering a surface or lying between two other things

Ex: The archaeologists uncovered a layer of ancient pottery shards beneath the excavation site. 
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butter
butter
[noun]

a soft, yellow food made from cream that we spread on bread or use in cooking

Ex: Butter is a key ingredient in making flaky and delicious pie crusts. 
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to fold
to fold
[Verb]

to bend something in a way that one part of it touches or covers another

Ex: She carefully folded the letter before placing it in the envelope for mailing. 
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light
light
[Adjective]

having very little weight and easy to move or pick up

Ex: He carried a light backpack filled with his school supplies. 
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flaky
flaky
[Adjective]

having a texture that easily breaks into small, thin layers or pieces

Ex: The croissant had a flaky texture, with each layer delicately separating upon a gentle touch. 
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plain
plain
[Adjective]

simple and without complex details

Ex: The room was decorated in a plain style, with minimal furniture and neutral colors. 
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chocolate
chocolate
[noun]

a food prepared from roasted, ground cacao beans

Ex: She used chocolate to make a rich dessert. 
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cheese
cheese
[noun]

a soft or hard food made from milk that is usually yellow or white in color

Ex: Blue cheese crumbles are a tasty addition to burgers or salads. 
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ham
ham
[noun]

a type of meat cut from a pig's thigh, usually smoked or salted

Ex: He diced the leftover ham and used it to make a flavorful fried rice. 
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jam
jam
[noun]

a thick, sweet substance we make by boiling fruit with sugar and often eat on bread

Ex: Can you pass me the jar of raspberry jam, please? 
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honey
honey
[noun]

a sweet, sticky, thick liquid produced by bees that is yellow or brown and we can eat as food

Ex: He enjoys a spoonful of honey before bed to help calm his cough and promote a good night's sleep. 
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snack
snack
[noun]

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

Ex: At the party, there were many snacks to choose from. 
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sandwich
sandwich
[noun]

two pieces of bread with cheese, meat, etc. between them

Ex: I like to add pickles and mustard to my ham sandwich. 
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buttery
buttery
[Adjective]

having a rich, creamy, and smooth flavor similar to butter

Ex: The mashed potatoes had a buttery texture, melting smoothly on the tongue. 
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flavor
flavor
[noun]

the specific taste that a type of food or drink has

Ex: He loves the tangy flavor of pickles. 
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cafe
cafe
[noun]

a small restaurant that sells drinks and meals

Ex: The cozy cafe on the corner served delicious pastries and freshly brewed coffee. 
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bakery
bakery
[noun]

a place where bread and cakes are made and often sold

Ex: She stopped by the bakery to buy fresh croissants. 
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crumb
crumb
[noun]

a small piece of a baked product such as a cake, bread, etc.

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croissant
croissant
[noun]

a curved-shape roll that is sweet in taste and is usually eaten at breakfast

Ex: As a child, she always looked forward to her grandmother's mashed potatoes, made with love and seasoned with nostalgia. 
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tasty
tasty
[Adjective]

having a flavor that is pleasent to eat or drink

Ex: The tasty homemade soup warmed them up on a cold winter's day. 
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pastry
pastry
[noun]

a baked good made from dough or batter, often sweetened or filled with ingredients like fruit, nuts, or chocolate

Ex: She enjoyed a flaky pastry filled with apple cinnamon for breakfast. 
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breakfast
breakfast
[noun]

the first meal we have in the early hours of the day

Ex: Breakfast plays an important role as it provides the body with the necessary energy and nutrients to start the day. 
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French
French
[Adjective]

relating to the country, people, culture, or language of France

Ex: French cuisine is known for its delicious cheeses and wines. 
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crescent
crescent
[noun]

a curved shape with narrow points at the ends that appears wider in the middle, like the shape of the moon in its first and last quarters

Ex: The moon hung low in the sky, its slender crescent casting a gentle light. 
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history
history
[noun]

a description of a past event available in the form of a writing or recorded voice

Ex: The book contains the history of ancient Egypt. 
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century
century
[noun]

a period of one hundred years

Ex: Climate change is one of the most serious issues of this century. 
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