Meaning & Definition of word "Sherbet"

Sherbet

/ˈʃɜːr.bɪt/

1. A sweet, often chilled dessert made from fruit juice, sugar, and water, sometimes with other flavorings.
- Example: For dessert, we decided to serve lemon sherbet, which was refreshing and light.
2. A frozen or semi-frozen dessert, often made with dairy products, served as a palate cleanser or a sweet treat.
- Example: The menu featured a variety of flavors, including raspberry and mango sherbet.
3. A drink made from fruit juice or syrup diluted with water, often served cold and sweetened.
- Example: On a hot day, nothing beats a glass of strawberry sherbet to quench your thirst.

●From Arabic 'sharba', meaning 'a drink'.

sherbet lemon:

A type of boiled sweet flavored with lemon.

sherbet dip:

A term for a sugary powder used for dipping fruits.

sorbet:

A frozen dessert made with fruit puree or juice, similar to sherbet but without the dairy.

ice cream:

A frozen dessert made from cream or milk that is richer than sherbet.

Meaning: A fun and refreshing treat, often enjoyed in the summer.

● Example Sentence: After the beach, we had some sherbet to cool off.