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tiramisu

Pronunciation: /ˌtɪrəmɪˈsuː/

Definition of tiramisu

noun

[mass noun]
  • an Italian dessert consisting of layers of sponge cake soaked in coffee and brandy or liqueur with powdered chocolate and mascarpone cheese.

Origin:

Italian, from the phrase tira mi su 'pick me up'

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