Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
meringue
noun
/məˈræŋ/
Definition
A light, sweet food made by whipping egg whites and sugar together until stiff peaks form.
Examples
- She topped the lemon pie with a fluffy meringue.
- The meringue cookies were crispy on the outside and chewy inside.
- Many French desserts incorporate a light meringue layer.
Meaning
Meringue is often used as a topping for pies, cakes, and desserts, and can also be baked into cookies.
Synonyms
- foam
- whipped egg whites
- meringue pie
