maple syrup

noun

: syrup made by concentrating the sap of maple trees and especially the sugar maple

Examples of maple syrup in a Sentence

pancakes served with butter and maple syrup

Recent Examples on the Web

But foods sweetened with natural sweeteners—like honey, maple syrup, and fruit—are taking over in 2026 as consumers look for natural sources of sweetness. —Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Jan. 2026

For a vegan rendition use vegan yogurt and maple syrup instead of honey in the dressing and use olive oil instead of butter when sauteing the mushrooms. —Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026

Krejci said the couple now produces about 65% of their total food needs on their homestead, including nearly all of their produce, eggs, poultry, venison and maple syrup. —Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 11 Jan. 2026

Seven Sundays is another favorite, offering a few different cereal product lines, including Little Crispies and the more protein-forward Sunflower Cereal and Oat Protein Cereals, all of which are sweetened with refined sugar-free options like maple syrup, dates, or wildflower honey. —Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for maple syrup

• stirrup

Kids Definition

maple syrup

noun

: syrup made by thickening the sap of maples and especially the sugar maple by boiling