Definition of "meringue" in English

noun

1. A mixture consisting of beaten egg whites and sugar which is added to the tops of pies then browned.

   • The key to a good baked Alaska is the meringue topping.

2. A shell made of this mixture which serves as the receptacle for fruit, ice cream or sherbet.

   • Shirley likes to have strawberry with her meringue.

verb

1. (cooking, transitive) To prepare as a meringue dish.