banana split

noun

1. an elaborate confection, typically consisting of a banana sliced lengthwise, on top of which are placed two or more scoops of ice cream, fruit or other syrup, and a topping of whipped cream, nuts, and a maraschino cherry.

banana split

noun

1. a dish of ice cream and banana cut in half lengthwise, usually topped with syrup, nuts, whipped cream, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of banana split¹

First recorded in 1915–20