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semifreddo

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Any of various desserts eaten cold but not frozen, having egg yolks, sugar and cream as main ingredients.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

Etymology tree Italian semi- Italian freddo Italian semifreddobor. English semifreddo Borrowed from Italian semifreddo.

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Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Italian: semifreddo — type of dessert
  • Japanese: セミフレッド (semifureddo) — type of dessert