The term 'confectioner' is used to describe someone who makes or sells confections, which are sweet treats such as candy, cakes, and pastries. The crossword solutions for this term include ICER (4 letters), STOVER (6 letters), CACAO (5 letters), and SAMPLER (7 letters). An ICER is someone who prepares and decorates cakes with icing. A STOVER is a person who makes and sells candy. CACAO is a type of bean used to make chocolate. Finally, a SAMPLER is someone who tastes and evaluates food products.