Definition of "dessert" in inglés

noun

1. The last course of a meal, consisting of fruit, sweet confections etc.

   • I ordered hummus for a starter, a steak as the main course, and chocolate cake for dessert.
   • Can I see the dessert menu, please?

2. A sweet dish or confection served as the last course of a meal.

   • Trifle is a favourite dessert of the English, but rivalled by pavlova in Australia and New Zealand.