sorbet
nounUK /ˈsɔː.beɪ/
US /ˈsɔːr.beɪ/
A cold, sweet treat made from fruit and ice.
We ate lemon sorbet after dinner.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A frozen dessert made without dairy, often served between courses to cleanse the palate.
The chef served a small raspberry sorbet before the main dish.
3. A similar frozen mixture used as a light refreshment at formal meals.
Guests enjoyed a champagne sorbet at the reception.
4. Any of various frozen fruit-based confections in some regional cuisines.
In summer, the market sells mango sorbet by the cup.