corn syrup


corn syrup

noun

Definition of CORN SYRUP

: a syrup containing dextrins, maltose, and dextrose that is obtained by partial hydrolysis of cornstarch

First Known Use of CORN SYRUP

1903

Rhymes with CORN SYRUP

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