dessert

 
Pronunciation: /dɪˈzəːt/

noun

  • the sweet course eaten at the end of a meal: a dessert of chocolate mousse

Origin:

mid 16th century: from French, past participle of desservir 'clear the table', from des- (expressing removal) + servir 'to serve'

See deserts (usage)

Do not confuse dessert with desert.