ice cream
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of ice cream
First recorded in 1735–45
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Nestlé is exploring selling well-known brands, including sparkling-water company San Pellegrino and the rest of its stake in ice cream maker Häagen-Dazs.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
It’s harder than ever to buy the rare metal gallium from China for your high-tech military radar system—but it’s easier than ever to buy Chinese soft-serve ice cream in the U.S.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
"My ancestors came over from Scotland and started making ice cream in their kitchen," she said.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
A family-run ice cream shop will close its doors for the final time on Saturday after 103 years in business.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
His hair is sticking up, and there’s a dribble of chocolate ice cream on his white shirt.
From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins
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