/ˈʃɜrbɛt/; ˈʃɜrbɪt

Definitions

1. noun

a sweet, icy dessert made with sugar, water, and fruit juice, often flavored with fruit or nuts

“She served a refreshing bowl of rosewater sherbet at the garden party.”

2. verb

to serve or eat sherbet, especially as a refreshment or a palate cleanser between courses

“The hostess sherbeted her guests with a citrusy sorbet to cleanse their palates before the main course.”

3. verb

to make or prepare sherbet

“The chef will sherbet the mixture of fruit juice and sugar to create the perfect dessert topping.”

4. noun

a type of sorbet, especially one made from a mixture of sugar, water, and fruit juice

“The ice cream shop offered a variety of sherbets, including mango and pistachio.”