Sorbet: meaning, definitions and examples

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sorbet

 

[ sษ”หrหˆbeษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dessert option

Sorbet is a frozen dessert made from fruit puree, sugar, and water. It is a dairy-free alternative to ice cream and is often served as a palate cleanser between courses at meals. Sorbet has a smooth texture and vibrant flavor, making it a popular choice during hot weather. It can be made from a variety of fruits, such as lemon, raspberry, or mango, and can include additional ingredients such as herbs or spices for enhanced flavor.

Synonyms

fruit ice, granita, sorbetto

Examples of usage

  • I ordered a lemon sorbet for dessert.
  • The restaurant served a mango sorbet to cleanse our palates.
  • For a refreshing treat, try making homemade strawberry sorbet.
  • Sorbet is a great option for dairy-free diets.

Translations

Translations of the word "sorbet" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sorvete

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‹เคฐเคฌเฅ‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sorbet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sorbet

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะพั€ะฑะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sorbet

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ทใƒฃใƒผใƒ™ใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sorbets

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sorbete

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sorbet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์…”๋ฒ—

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณูˆุฑุจูŠู‡

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sorbet

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sorbet

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ†ฐๆฒ™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sorbet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sorbet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะพั€ะฑะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒ แƒ‘แƒ”แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sorbet

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sorbete

Etymology

The word 'sorbet' originated from the French word 'sorbet', which itself is derived from the Italian 'sorbetto', a diminutive form of 'sorba', meaning 'to sip'. Tracing further back, 'sorba' has its roots in the Arabic word 'sharba', meaning 'a drink'. Sorbet was traditionally served as a refreshing treat during the hot summer months and was popular among the upper classes in Europe. Recorded recipes for sorbet date back to the 16th century in France, where it was first enjoyed as a frozen mixture of sugar and flavored water. Over time, it evolved to include fruit purees, allowing for a wider variety of flavors. Today, sorbet is enjoyed worldwide and is a staple in many cuisines, often recognized for its ability to provide a light and fruity dessert alternative.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,431, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.