The term "confection" typically refers to a sweet food item that is made with sugar or other sweeteners, such as candy, cake, or pastry. Confections can come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and flavors, and they are often enjoyed as a dessert or snack.

Examples of confections include chocolate truffles, gummy bears, fudge, macarons, and fruit tarts. Confections can be made with a variety of ingredients, including chocolate, sugar, flour, butter, eggs, and various flavorings.

In addition to being a type of food, "confection" can also be used in a more general sense to refer to something that is made with care or skill, such as a piece of jewelry or a work of art.