sundae

noun

sun·​dae ˈsən-(ˌ)dā  -dē 

plural sundaes

: a dish consisting of ice cream served with toppings (such as crushed fruit, syrup, nuts, or whipped cream)

… at about 700 locations, the company is testing "dessert stations" behind the counter where employees can make sundaes topped with cake or brownie chunks.

—Candice Choi

According to the legend, the ice-cream sundae was first concocted in 1881 at a soda fountain at 1404 15th Street, Two Rivers. The addition of chocolate increased its cost, and to limit the demand, it was sold on Sunday only.

—David Woodward

On the sweet side, area eateries have plenty of tempting treats to help you keep your cool—like the "Unicorn Junior," a tasty, quirky take on the traditional ice cream sundae made with cotton candy ice cream, marshmallow sauce and a magical scoop of Lucky Charms.

—Kathy Bossa

Examples of sundae in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The sweet creamy tang from mayo—I’m a Duke’s fan—and the nutty and sweet peanut butter complement one another surprisingly well. — Chef Jeff Allen Vanilla Ice Cream + Popcorn To take your ice cream sundae to the next level, reach for the ultimate movie snack: popcorn. —Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 27 July 2024

The challenge starts with a silly makeover for both parents, an enormous ice cream sundae, and a ride through the car wash with the windows down — but an anarchic trip to the amusement park ends with both parents arrested. —Danny Horn, EW.com, 20 July 2024

All sundaes come in a regular size for $13 or a large for $20. —Elise Fisher, Sacramento Bee, 12 July 2024

Kulfi falooda sundae or gulab jamun cheesecake are for dessert. —Georgann Yara, The Arizona Republic, 18 June 2024

Word History

Etymology

probably alteration of Sunday

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing sundae

• hot fudge sundae
• ice cream sundae

Kids Definition

sundae

noun

sun·​dae ˈsən-dē 

: a serving of ice cream topped with fruit, syrup, or nuts