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Definition of sundae

sundae

/ˈsʌn.deɪ/
sun · dae
Plural:sundaes
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sundae Lexical Profile

sundae Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A dessert consisting of one or more scoops of ice cream topped with sauce or syrup, and often other garnishes such as nuts, whipped cream, or a cherry.

Example

"For her birthday, they went to the parlor and ordered a massive hot fudge sundae with extra whipped cream."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Late 19th century (originating in the United States): an alteration of 'Sunday', reportedly because the dessert was originally sold only on Sundays to circumvent 'blue laws' that banned the sale of ice cream sodas on the Sabbath.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sundae. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sundae
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