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banana split
noun
: ice cream served on a banana sliced in half lengthwise and usually garnished with flavored syrups, fruits, nuts, and whipped cream
Examples of banana split in a Sentence
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Additionally, soup, chili and hot dogs are on its menu, which also include shakes and different sundaes, such as the banana split and the turtle sundae.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2024
Milkshakes, banana splits and sundaes round out its sweet menu.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2024
Oscar is a cherry on the banana split of Downey’s storied career − an extra bit of gravy on the Gen X icon’s loaded mashed potatoes.
—Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2024
Fleming loves the shot of the pair kissing across their booth with a banana split between them.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 7 Mar. 2024
For instance, a baseball bat that cost $20 two years ago may now cost $25, while a $6 banana split might be closer to $10.
—Erica Jackson Curran, Parents, 28 Jan. 2024
The perfect oatmeal topper and the base for a banana split, the fruit's flavor is distinct enough to really make a sweet dish sing.
—Brittany Leitner, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Feb. 2024
Splits & Scoops features gourmet ice cream treats and classic banana splits.
—Jill Wendholt Silva, Kansas City Star, 31 Jan. 2024
For example, nine kids want a banana split, but there's only enough ice cream to make five.
—Erica Jackson Curran, Parents, 28 Jan. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1906, in the meaning defined above
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“Banana split.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/banana%20split. Accessed 23 May. 2024.
Kids Definition
banana split
noun
: ice cream served on a banana split in half lengthwise and usually covered with syrups, fruits, nuts, and whipped cream
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