confectioner

[ kuhn-fek-shuh-ner ]

noun

1. a person who makes or sells candies and, sometimes, ice cream, cakes, etc.

confectioner

/ kənˈfɛkʃənə /

noun

1. a person who makes or sells sweets or confections

Word History and Origins

Origin of confectioner¹

First recorded in 1585–95; confection + -er ¹

Example Sentences

The two had fallen out several years earlier due to Jimmy’s insistence on becoming a footballer rather than using his qualification as a trained confectioner.

From BBC

Giada recommends enjoying the dessert with a light dusting of confectioners sugar and a dollop of fresh whipped cream.

From Salon

Ferrara, a confectioner based in Chicago, said this week that it had stopped making the product.

From New York Times

Some confectioners infuse their candying syrup with botanicals, like bay leaves, rosemary or peppercorns, for added intrigue.

From Salon

Chalamet, 27, is the third Hollywood actor to step into the shoes of the famous confectioner.

From BBC