sugarplum

noun

sug·ar·plum | \ ˈshu̇-gər-ˌpləm

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Definition of sugarplum

: a small candy in the shape of a ball or disk : sweetmeat

Examples of sugarplum in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Your holiday dreams revolve less around sugarplums and more around that first, perfect cup of life-giving coffee — now, imagine a machine (the DeLonghi Eletta espresso maker) that grinds your beans fresh, froths your milk and makes the espresso. — Cindy Dampier, chicagotribune.com, "A gift so good ... you’ll be tempted to keep it for yourself," 7 Nov. 2019 With the whirlwind season winding down and a new year on the horizon, there’s no such thing as too much self-care. Eggnog, candy canes, sugarplums, and gingerbread . . — Vogue, "Day 11: Hit Reset," 12 Nov. 2018 But forget sugarplums and fairies—kids these days long for much more sophisticated treats. — Anny Choi, Vogue, "Vogue’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Kids, From Tots to Teens," 9 Nov. 2018 But forget sugarplums and fairies—kids these days long for much more sophisticated treats. — Anny Choi, Vogue, "Vogue’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Kids, From Tots to Teens," 9 Nov. 2018 But forget sugarplums and fairies—kids these days long for much more sophisticated treats. — Anny Choi, Vogue, "Vogue’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Kids, From Tots to Teens," 9 Nov. 2018 But forget sugarplums and fairies—kids these days long for much more sophisticated treats. — Anny Choi, Vogue, "Vogue’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Kids, From Tots to Teens," 9 Nov. 2018 With the whirlwind season winding down and a new year on the horizon, there’s no such thing as too much self-care. Eggnog, candy canes, sugarplums, and gingerbread . . — Vogue, "Day 11: Hit Reset," 12 Nov. 2018 But forget sugarplums and fairies—kids these days long for much more sophisticated treats. — Anny Choi, Vogue, "Vogue’s Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Kids, From Tots to Teens," 9 Nov. 2018

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“Sugarplum.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sugarplum. Accessed 14 Apr. 2021.

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sugarplum

noun

English Language Learners Definition of sugarplum

US, old-fashioned : a small, sweet candy that is usually shaped like a ball

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