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Sherbet - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Sherbet is a sweet, fizzy powder or drink made from fruit flavors and sugar, often enjoyed as a treat. It can also refer to a frozen dessert similar to sorbet.

sherbet

/ˈʃɝːbɪt/ /ˈʃɜːbɪt/

Definition:

A sweet frozen dessert made with fruit juice, sugar, and water, often similar to sorbet.

Synonyms:

sorbet, ice, granita, slush

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

hot drink, savory dish

Common Collocations:

fruit sherbet, lemon sherbet, orange sherbet, creamy sherbet

Derivatives:

sherbets, sherbetty

Usage Tips:

Use 'sherbet' to refer to a fruity frozen treat, distinct from ice cream or gelato.

Common Phrases:

sherbet lemon, sherbet fountain, sherbet dip

Etymology:

Derived from Arabic 'sharba' (a drink), via Turkish 'şerbet' and Persian 'sharbat'.

Examples:

  • 1. The kids enjoyed rainbow sherbet at the party.
  • 2. She prefers lemon sherbet over chocolate ice cream.
  • 3. We made strawberry sherbet with fresh fruit and sugar.
  • 4. Sherbet is lighter than ice cream but richer than sorbet.

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