corn syrup
corn syrup
nounDefinition 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
corn syrup
noun (Concise Encyclopedia)Sweet syrup produced by breaking down (hydrolyzing) cornstarch (a product of corn). Corn syrup contains dextrins, maltose, and dextrose and is used in baked goods, jelly and jam, and candy. High-fructose corn syrup is widely used in the manufacture of soft drinks and other foods because it is considerably cheaper than sucrose.
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