Definitions

1. noun

A popular Australian and New Zealand dessert consisting of a meringue base topped with whipped cream and fruit, especially strawberries.

“She ordered a pavlova with strawberries and whipped cream for dessert.”

2. proper noun

A type of meringue-based dessert named after the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova.

“The famous Australian dessert is actually named after Anna Pavlova, not a Russian king.”