Meaning of the word sherbet in English

What does sherbet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sherbet

US /ˈʃɝː.bət/

UK /ˈʃɝː.bət/

a frozen dessert made with fruit juice, sugar, and water, and sometimes containing milk or egg white

Example:

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I ordered a scoop of lemon sherbet for dessert.

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The restaurant offers a variety of fruit sherbets.

Synonym:

sorbet ice cream gelato

a sweet, fizzy powder that fizzes when it touches the tongue, often eaten as a candy or used in drinks

Example:

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The children loved dipping their lollipops into the packet of sherbet.

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This drink has a refreshing lemon sherbet flavor.

Synonym:

fizzy powder effervescent powder

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