brown sugar

noun

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

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Spiced to perfection and baked in a flaky crust with brown sugar crumbles, this pie will be a welcome surprise on the holiday dessert table. Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026 Even the porridge has achieved near-mythical status among regulars, finished with brown sugar and cooked to creamy perfection. Julie Lin, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Apr. 2026 A little kick from Cajun seasoning, plus a splash of vinegar, and touch of brown sugar round things out. Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Apr. 2026 Ingredients vary, but often include brown sugar, molasses, malted barley, honey, vanilla and more. Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for brown sugar

Word History

First Known Use

1670, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of brown sugar was in 1670

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brown sugar

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

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