Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
compote
Noun
/ˈkɒm.poʊt/
Definition
A dessert made of fruit cooked in syrup or sugar.
Examples
- She served a delicious pear compote alongside the main course.
- After dinner, we enjoyed a bowl of mixed berry compote.
Meaning
Compote refers to a sweet dish made from fruit that is often stewed or cooked until tender and served in its syrup.
Synonyms
- Fruit salad
- Fruit stew
- Preserved fruit
