katalan

Etymology
From, equivalent to. Attested since 1904.

Pastry and bread sense debated;
 * Either named after opera singer (1780–1849).
 * Or an unknown connection with the Spanish region.
 * Or named after an Italian-born unidentified Norrköping baker allegedly named Alfred Catalani.

Noun

 * 1) a Catalan (person from Catalonia)
 * 2) a type of fishing boat from Catalonia
 * 3)  a  with raspberry jam in between filling and glace, especially if also circular and made with puff pastry
 * °N, °W
 * 1)  an oblong bread loaf
 * °N, °W
 * 1)  an oblong bread loaf

Usage notes
In a strict traditional pastry sense; a is made of puff pastry, while a  is made with shortcrust instead.