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syrup
[sur-uhp, sir-]
noun
any of various thick, sweet liquids prepared for table use from molasses, glucose, etc., water, and often a flavoring agent.
any of various preparations consisting of fruit juices, water, etc., boiled with sugar.
raspberry syrup.
Pharmacology.a concentrated sugar solution that contains medication or flavoring.
verb (used with object)
to bring to the form or consistency of syrup.
to cover, fill, or sweeten with syrup.
syrup
/ ˈɪə /
noun
a solution of sugar dissolved in water and often flavoured with fruit juice: used for sweetening fruit, etc
any of various thick sweet liquids prepared for cooking or table use from molasses, sugars, etc
a liquid medicine containing a sugar solution for flavouring or preservation
informalcloying sentimentality
slanga wig
verb
to bring to the consistency of syrup
to cover, fill, or sweeten with syrup
Other Word Forms
- syruplike adjective
- ˈܱ-ˌ adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of syrup1
Word History and Origins
Origin of syrup1
Example Sentences
Chris Robinson, the actor who played Dr. Rick Webber on “General Hospital” and also introduced America to a classic turn of phrase in a commercial for cough syrup, has died of heart failure.
It’s built on tahini, lemon juice, miso, maple syrup and water, punched up with spices.
“And Just Like That” hasn’t entirely exorcised that image, although Anthony has been updated to add something more to the mix than the bracing splash of tartness flavoring Charlotte’s simple syrup personality.
A community event had also been a checklist of Canadian moments, such as the King dropping a puck to start a game of street hockey and getting jars of maple syrup.
“Those fruity juices, plus olive oil and honey, yield a ruby syrup perfect for spooning over molten cheese,” Laperruque added.
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