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Definition of tiramisu

tiramisu

/ˌtɪr.ə.mɪˈsuː/
ti · ra · mi · su
Plural:tiramisus
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tiramisu Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A classic Italian dessert consisting of layers of sponge cake or ladyfingers soaked in coffee and liqueur, alternated with a creamy mixture of mascarpone cheese, eggs, and sugar, and dusted with cocoa powder.

Example

"For dessert, the restaurant serves a rich and authentic tiramisu made with freshly brewed espresso."

• Rhymes for tiramisu

• Nearby Words

tinkisso
tinsel
tint
tiramisu
tirana
tirathgarh
tire

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Italian 'tiramisù', literally meaning 'pick me up' or 'cheer me up', derived from 'tira' (pull) + 'mi' (me) + 'su' (up), referencing the energetic lift provided by its espresso and cocoa ingredients.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tiramisu. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tiramisu
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