word
French
confit
kon-FEE
kɒnˈfiːListen
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Syllable breakdown
confit
Dictionary meaning
A preservation technique where food is cooked and stored immersed in its own fat.
Examples
- Duck confit is cooked slowly in its own fat until silky and tender.
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