dragee

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Definition of dragee in English English dictionary

Alternative spelling of dragée

pill that is a sugar-coated medicated candy

pill that is a sugar-coated medicated candy sugar-coated nut or fruit piece silver-coated candy bead for decorating cakes

sugar-coated nut or fruit piece

silver-coated candy bead for decorating cakes

{i} (from French-dragée) nut or fruit coated with sugar; silver-coated candy bead used for cake decorations; sugar-coated medicated candy

Related Terms

dragée

A sweet or confection, originally as used to administer drugs, medicine etc

dragée

{i} (French) dragee, nut or fruit coated with sugar; silver-coated candy bead used for cake decorations; sugar-coated medicated candy

Etymology

[ dra-'zhA ] (noun.) 1853. From French dragée.