Definition of "parfait" [parfait]

• A dessert made of cream, eggs, sugar, and flavoring frozen together and served in a tall glass. (noun)
• A dessert made of several layers of different flavors of ice cream or ices, variously garnished and served in a tall glass. (noun)

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• "The interesting thing about this parfait is the brulee topping."
• "This simple yogurt parfait is one that I come back to again and again."
• "I like the idea of parfait glass..well u dont feel like having breakfast..."