Bear Paw (Noun)
Meaning
Almond-flavored yeast-raised pastry shaped in an irregular semicircle resembling a bear's claw.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The bakery case was filled with an assortment of sweet treats, including the popular bear paw pastry.
- She bit into the flaky bear paw, savoring the almond flavor and tender texture.
- The bear paw was a specialty of the German bakery, where it was often served with a side of coffee or tea.
- At the farmers' market, the vendor was selling freshly baked bear paws, still warm from the oven.
- The bear paw was a favorite among the breakfast crowd, who loved to pair it with a cup of coffee and a newspaper.