English Word · Advanced
abaisse
A thin undercrust of pastry
Pronunciation: /əˈbeɪs/
Meaning
A thin sheet of pastry dough used as a base for a tart or other dish.
Example
The chef carefully rolled out the abaisse to line the tart pan.
The chef carefully rolled out the abaisse to line the tart pan.
Practice tips
- Practice abaisse out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.