petit four

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pe·tit four / ˈpetē ˈfôr/ • n. (pl. pe·tits fours / ˈpetē ˈfôrz/ or pe·tit fours / ˈpetē ˈfôrz/ ) a very small fancy cake, cookie, or confection, typically made with marzipan and traditionally served after a meal.