Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tart
noun/adjective
/tɑːrt/
Definition
A tart is a type of pastry that has a crispy shell and is usually filled with sweet or savory ingredients.
Examples
- She served a delicious raspberry tart for dessert.
- The lemonade had a tart flavor that was refreshing on a hot day.
- His comment was tart and caught everyone off guard.
Meaning
In addition to its culinary definition, ‘tart’ can also describe something that has a sharp or sour taste, or it can refer to a person who is mildly insulting or sharp-tongued.
Synonyms
- Pastry
- Pie
- Sharp
- Bitter
- Sour
