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confection

con·fec·tion [ kən fékshən ] (plural con·fec·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. food something sweet: a sweet food made by combining ingredients such as fruit, nuts, and sugar

2. combination: the process of combining things, or the result of such combination
a confection of lies and half-truths

3. elaborate creation: an often elaborate piece of craftsmanship and skill, e.g. an ornate piece of women's clothing
Her gown was a marvelous confection of lace and tulle.

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