dessert
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
A sweet food eaten at the end of a meal.
Usage notes
Don't confuse with "desert" (a dry, sandy area), which is spelled with only one "s".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "We ordered chocolate cake for _____."
Answer: dessert
In your own words, what does "dessert" mean?
A sweet food eaten at the end of a meal.
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