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“croissant” in English

croissant
Illustration of "croissant" in a English cultural setting
A warm, golden croissant sits on a white plate next to a cup of steaming coffee. The croissant is flaky and buttery, with a crispy exterior and soft interior, making it a perfect breakfast treat in a cozy kitchen setting.

Usage note

A croissant is a flaky, crescent-shaped pastry often eaten for breakfast.

Examples

  • I ate a croissant.

    I ate a croissant.

  • The croissant is buttery.

    The croissant is buttery.

  • She buys a croissant.

    She buys a croissant.

Quick check

What does "croissant" mean?

  • A. croissant
  • B. airplane
  • C. apple
  • D. bag

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