madeira Synonyms
Another word for madeira
• noun (Context 1)
An archipelago and autonomous region of Portugal situated in the North Atlantic Ocean, west of Morocco, historically known for its landscapes and wine production.
"We spent our summer vacation hiking along the stunning coastal cliffs of madeira islands."
• noun (Context 2)
A fortified wine produced in the Madeira Islands, ranging from dry to sweet and noted for its distinctive, deliberately oxidized and heated flavor profile.
"After dinner, the host served a glass of vintage madeira wine to accompany the artisanal cheese board."
• noun (Context 3)
A traditional, firm sponge cake, typically flavored with lemon and originally named because it was intended to be eaten while drinking Madeira wine.
"She baked a classic madeira cake cake with a pronounced lemon zest flavor for the afternoon tea."