Main Entry: flan

Pronunciation: \ˈflan, ˈfläⁿn\

Function: noun

Etymology: French, from Old French flaon, from Late Latin fladon-, flado flat cake, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German flado flat cake

Date: 1846

1 a : an open pie containing any of various sweet or savory fillings b : custard baked with a caramel glaze
2 : the metal disk of a coin, token, or medal as distinguished from the design and lettering stamped on it