Meaning of the word confection in English

What does confection mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

confection

US /kənˈfek.ʃən/
UK /kənˈfek.ʃən/

Noun

1.

a dish or delicacy made with sweet ingredients

Example:
The bakery is famous for its delicious chocolate confections.
She prepared a variety of sweet confections for the party.
2.

the action or process of preparing or making something, especially a food item

Example:
The careful confection of the cake took several hours.
The chef oversaw the entire confection process.