First Known Use: 1600
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dessert
noun des·sert \di-ˈzərt\
: sweet food eaten after the main part of a meal
Full Definition of DESSERT
1
: a usually sweet course or dish (as of pastry or ice cream) usually served at the end of a meal
2
British : a fresh fruit served after a sweet course
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Origin of DESSERT
Middle French, from desservir to clear the table, from des- de- + servir to serve, from Latin servire
Rhymes with DESSERT
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DESSERT Defined for Kids
dessert
noun des·sert \di-ˈzərt\
Definition of DESSERT for Kids
: a sweet food eaten at the end of a meal
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