golden syrup

noun

chiefly British

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To serve, let the frozen rolls thaw in the fridge for a few hours or overnight (still in their pan), then bake in a 375˚F oven for fifteen to twenty minutes and glaze with the hot golden syrup (do not skip this step), as per the instructions below. Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2025 With problems of antimicrobial resistance, the golden syrup has the potential to be used alongside or in place of existing antibiotics. New Atlas, 29 June 2025 Rich flavors of maple syrup, golden syrup, red cherries and devil’s chocolate cake in this 17% alcohol late harvest wine. Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for golden syrup

Word History

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of golden syrup was in 1860

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“Golden syrup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/golden%20syrup. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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