compote
noun
com·pote ˈkäm-ˌpōt 
1
: a dessert of fruit cooked in syrup
2
: a bowl of glass, porcelain, or metal usually with a base and stem from which compotes, fruits, nuts, or sweets are served
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web We simmer berries with lavender and lemon zest to make a fresh compote perfect for spooning over pound cake, rice pudding, or even Greek yogurt. 
Christopher Kimball, BostonGlobe.com, 5 July 2022 Late in June, in a typically tedious scene, Abbott and family are out running errands when his daughter pukes up a compote of raspberries in the car. Oliver Munday, The Atlantic, 17 June 2022 This riff on the popular ice cream truck treat features a creamy custard center sandwiched by a blueberry compote and raspberry smash. Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 2 July 2022 Followed by a deep lemon-compote flavor, terrific mineral streak, tart and refreshing but with enough rich body to hold up to heartier fare—even in winter. Lana Bortolot, Forbes, 29 June 2022 The grapevine theme is on the pitcher and matching glasses, along with the covered compote and a sugar bowl with a lid. Brenda Yenke, cleveland, 9 June 2022 Breakfast—a substantial one including the full Irish version of eggs, sausage, black and white pudding, grilled tomato and hash browns, and pancakes with a berry compote—is included in the room rates. John Mariani, Forbes, 12 July 2022 Herbal character showing menthol and anise, then leading into cooked compote of strawberry and cherry pie in this 100% Sangiovese wine. Lana Bortolot, Forbes, 3 June 2022 Choose from a generous list of fresh toppings, like mixed berry compote, syrup, powdered sugar, and wheat germ to make this sweet brunch even more filling. AccessAtlanta, 18 June 2022 See More
Christopher Kimball, BostonGlobe.com, 5 July 2022 Late in June, in a typically tedious scene, Abbott and family are out running errands when his daughter pukes up a compote of raspberries in the car. Oliver Munday, The Atlantic, 17 June 2022 This riff on the popular ice cream truck treat features a creamy custard center sandwiched by a blueberry compote and raspberry smash. Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 2 July 2022 Followed by a deep lemon-compote flavor, terrific mineral streak, tart and refreshing but with enough rich body to hold up to heartier fare—even in winter. Lana Bortolot, Forbes, 29 June 2022 The grapevine theme is on the pitcher and matching glasses, along with the covered compote and a sugar bowl with a lid. Brenda Yenke, cleveland, 9 June 2022 Breakfast—a substantial one including the full Irish version of eggs, sausage, black and white pudding, grilled tomato and hash browns, and pancakes with a berry compote—is included in the room rates. John Mariani, Forbes, 12 July 2022 Herbal character showing menthol and anise, then leading into cooked compote of strawberry and cherry pie in this 100% Sangiovese wine. Lana Bortolot, Forbes, 3 June 2022 Choose from a generous list of fresh toppings, like mixed berry compote, syrup, powdered sugar, and wheat germ to make this sweet brunch even more filling. AccessAtlanta, 18 June 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
French, from Old French composte, from Latin composta, feminine of compostus, past participle
First Known Use
1693, in the meaning defined at sense 1