brown sugar

noun

: soft sugar whose crystals are covered by a film of refined dark syrup

Examples of brown sugar in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Other chains such as Jamba Juice and Au Bon Pain were represented on the list, with Jamba Juice’s oatmeal with strawberries and brown sugar crumble earning fourth place. — Sadie Chafe, FOXNews.com, 1 Nov. 2026

The marinade combines tamarind purée, fish sauce, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, and cumin, with extra glaze brushed on for maximum flavor and char. — Rachel Gurjar, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Nov. 2026

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. — ABC News, 29 Oct. 2026

Yugen also has a milk tea menu, serving oolong, jasmine, black and brown sugar oolong milk teas, and a new marble Thai tea. — Emma Hall, Sacbee.com, 27 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1670, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

brown sugar

noun

: soft sugar whose crystals are covered by a film of purified dark syrup