desserts

word · lemma: dessert

Definition

Sweet foods or dishes, usually served at the end of a meal, like cakes, ice cream, or fruit.

Usage & Nuances

Used in both casual and formal contexts. Common collocations: 'order desserts', 'homemade desserts', 'for dessert'. Not to be confused with 'desert' (arid land). Usually plural when talking about options or at events.

Example Sentences

We had ice cream and cake for desserts.

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The restaurant offers many desserts to choose from.

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Do you want to see the desserts menu?

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After such a big meal, I barely had room for desserts.

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Their homemade desserts are amazing—you have to try the cheesecake.

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Children love chocolate desserts.

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