sorbet

noun

sor·​bet sȯr-ˈbā 

also ˈsȯr-bət

: a usually fruit-flavored ice served as a dessert or between courses as a palate refresher

Examples of sorbet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Absurdly fresh gelato and sorbet in the village of Possanco, with a mix of seasonal and classic flavors including an all-timer version of pistachio. — Mattie Kahn, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026

The business is known for its exotic ice cream flavors representing different countries, including a Lotus Biscoff flavor for Belgium and a mint basil sorbet for Italy. — Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

Some commenters even swear by dropping the milk altogether and using lemonade instead for a sorbet-style treat. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026

Those seeking a traditional dessert will love the strawberry eclair, served with strawberry cream and creme fraiche, but the unique choice is a trio of homemade vegan ice creams and sorbets. — Connie Ogle july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

French, from Middle French, sweetened fruit juice, from Old Italian sorbetto, from Turkish şerbet — more at sherbet

First Known Use

1864, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sorbet

• airway
• allay
• archway
• array
• ashtray
• assez
• astray
• aue
• away
• ballet
• belay
• beltway

Kids Definition

sorbet

noun

sor·​bet sȯr-ˈbā 

: a fruit-flavored ice served especially as a dessert