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macaronis

/ˌmækəˈroʊniz/

NOUN

1. Types or servings of tubular pasta

Short, narrow, hollow pasta shapes made from wheat flour, commonly used in soups, salads, casseroles, and dishes such as macaroni and cheese.

1.1. Pasta varieties and food preparation

Refers to multiple pieces, varieties, or servings of macaroni pasta used in cooking and food preparation.

Synonyms

  • maccheroni
  • pasta
  • pasta tubes
  • noodles

Examples

  • The children enjoyed their macaronis with melted cheese for lunch.
  • Several varieties of macaronis were available at the Italian food market.
  • The chef prepared different macaronis for the pasta tasting event.

Related Words

  • spaghetti
  • penne
  • rigatoni
  • ziti
  • fusilli
  • vermicelli
  • elbow macaroni
  • pasta salad
  • macaroni and cheese

NOUN

2. Men excessively concerned with fashion and appearance

Eighteenth-century British men who adopted extravagant clothing, elaborate hairstyles, affected manners, and fashionable Continental European styles, often becoming objects of social satire.

2.1. Fashionable and extravagant gentlemen

Refers to fashionable young men who displayed excessive concern for dress, grooming, sophistication, and fashionable social behavior, particularly in eighteenth-century British society.

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • slobs
  • slovens
  • scruffs

Examples

  • The fashionable macaronis attracted attention with their extravagant clothing and elaborate hairstyles.
  • The satirical illustrations mocked the macaronis for their excessive concern with appearance.
  • These wealthy young macaronis spent considerable sums on fashionable clothes and accessories.

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