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Sundae: meaning, definitions and examples

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sundae

 

[ หˆsสŒndeษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dessert treat

A sundae is a popular dessert consisting of ice cream topped with syrup or sauce, often accompanied by a variety of additional toppings such as fruits, nuts, whipped cream, and sometimes a cherry on top. The sundae can vary in composition, with different regions offering their own unique twists, but the base remains ice cream. This treat is typically served in a dish or a cup and is a favorite at ice cream shops and diners. Its creation is often attributed to the late 19th century as a special treat for customers looking for a sweet indulgence.

Synonyms

dessert, ice cream, sweet

Examples of usage

  • I ordered a chocolate sundae after dinner.
  • The store offers a variety of sundae options.
  • She loves to add sprinkles to her sundae.
  • They shared a giant sundae on their date.

Translations

Translations of the word "sundae" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sundae

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เคกเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sundae

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sundae

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฐะฝะดะตะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sundae

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ตใƒณใƒ‡ใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sundae

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sundae

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sundae

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ ๋ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณู†ุฏุงูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sundae

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sundae

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅœฃไปฃ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ sundae

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sundae

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ััƒะฝะดะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒฃแƒœแƒ“แƒแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sundae

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sundae

Etymology

The term 'sundae' has a somewhat ambiguous origin, with multiple stories claiming its inception. Most accounts trace it back to the late 1800s in the United States, particularly to the towns of Ithaca, New York, and Two Rivers, Wisconsin. One popular tale suggests that the sundae was created as a special treat for customers who wanted to enjoy ice cream on Sundays but were not allowed to by local religious rules, thus leading to the creation of a special version of the ice cream dish. Some believe it was originally called 'Sunday' before the spelling was changed to 'sundae' to avoid association with the Sabbath. The sundae quickly gained popularity and saw various adaptations and toppings added over the years, including chocolate syrup, nuts, and fruit. By the early 20th century, the sundae had become a staple in ice cream parlors across America and was being enjoyed by people of all ages.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,526 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.