English Word · Intermediate
meringue
To prepare as a meringue dish
Pronunciation: /məˈɹæŋ/
Meaning
To top a dessert, such as a pie, with a mixture of stiffly beaten egg whites and sugar.
Example
The baker carefully spread the meringue over the lemon pie before browning it in the oven.
The baker carefully spread the meringue over the lemon pie before browning it in the oven.
Practice tips
- Practice meringue 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 intermediate-level learners.