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

While chicken wings bake, bring butter, lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning just to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium, stirring often. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026

The fragrance opens with ripe fig and bergamot, while brown sugar, licorice, and vetiver lend a dark, seductive edge. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026

Place the brown sugar, eggs, anise extract and almond extract in a food processor and process for about 30 seconds, until smooth and creamy. — Laura McLively, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026

In a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, combine the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. — Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 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