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== Sherbet ==

'''Sherbet''' (pronounced /ˈʃɜːrbɪt/) is a fizzy powder used in drinks or eaten straight from the packet in some cultures. It is also a popular flavoring for sweets and desserts.

=== Etymology ===

The term "sherbet" is derived from the Arabic word "sharbat", which itself comes from the Persian "sharbat", meaning a drink. The word was adopted into Turkish as "şerbet", and then into Italian and French, before finally making its way into English.

=== Related Terms ===

* [[Sorbet]]: A frozen dessert made from sweetened water flavored with fruit juice or puree, wine, or liqueur.
* [[Fizz (candy)]]: A type of candy that fizzes when eaten.
* [[Carbonation]]: The process that causes the fizzy sensation of sherbet.
* [[Confectionery]]: The art of making confections, which are food items that are rich in sugar and carbohydrates.

=== Usage ===

Sherbet is used in a variety of ways in different cultures. In the UK, it is often used as a sweet powder that is eaten straight from the packet or used to flavor sweets. In the US, sherbet is a type of frozen dessert similar to ice cream.

=== See Also ===

* [[List of desserts]]
* [[List of drinks]]
* [[List of candies]]

[[Category:Food and drink]]
[[Category:Confectionery]]
[[Category:Desserts]]
[[Category:Drinks]]
[[Category:Candies]]

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