ratafia

/ˈrædəˌfiə/
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Other forms: ratafias

Definitions of ratafia
  1. noun
    sweet liqueur made from wine and brandy flavored with plum or peach or apricot kernels and bitter almonds
    synonyms: ratafee
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    type of:
    cordial, liqueur
    strong highly flavored sweet liquor usually drunk after a meal
  2. noun
    macaroon flavored with ratafia liqueur
    synonyms: ratafia biscuit
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    type of:
    macaroon
    chewy cookie usually containing almond paste
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