marzipan layer
The term "marzipan layer" draws an analogy to the layer of marzipan beneath the icing on a cake, representing a key intermediate level in both organizational hierarchy and cake decoration.
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Definition
C1Business
(informal, slang)The tier of senior managers just below the top executives in a company.
Example
- The marzipan layer often handles the implementation of strategies devised by the top executives.
- In our firm, the marzipan layer includes directors and vice presidents.
B2Culinary
(general)A thin sheet of almond-based confection used to cover cakes or as a filling.
Example
- The baker applied a smooth marzipan layer before adding the final icing.
- A marzipan layer gives the cake a rich almond flavor and a smooth surface for decoration.
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