Definition: "Panettone" originally meant a "nurtured flower," referring to a type of Christmas tree, but over time, it has become synonymous with Italian sweet pastry and symbolizing joy in various cultural contexts. In English, "panettone" typically refers to a large, colorful Christmas tree decoration wrapped in sugar paint or another festive color, which is traditionally used as decorations for holidays including Christmas. The term can also be used to describe a piece of traditional Italian sweets, like the famous Panchetto di Pesce (Italian fish pie) with its various flavors and toppings.
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