1. Plural of barquette; small boat-shaped pastry shells or tartlets, typically filled with savory or sweet ingredients.
Usage: culinary term; often used in French cuisine and fine dining
2. Plural of barquette; small decorative boats or boat-shaped objects.
Usage: archaic or specialized usage

Examples

• The chef prepared delicate barquettes filled with smoked salmon and crème fraîche.
• These chocolate barquettes were the highlight of the dessert course.
• The appetizer platter featured several varieties of barquettes with different toppings.
• She arranged the barquettes on a silver tray for the dinner party.
• The pastry chef specializes in making elegant barquettes for catering events.