syrup

noun

syr·up | \ˈsər-əp,

ˈsir-əp, ˈsə-rəp

variants: or less commonly sirup

Definition of syrup

1a : a thick sticky solution of sugar and water often flavored or medicated

b : the concentrated juice of a fruit or plant

2 : cloying sweetness or sentimentality

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Examples of syrup in a Sentence

ice cream and chocolate syrup She poured syrup all over her pancakes.

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McConico will happily add homemade syrups to the summer beverage. — Kathy Flanigan, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Vennture Brew Co. brings coffee and beer to Washington Heights neighborhood," 11 July 2018 If the frosting is too thick, add more honeysuckle syrup. — Kevin Ambrose, Washington Post, "What’s that wonderful smell? It’s honeysuckle season!," 4 June 2018 One specialty: an apple and elderflower mocktail, made with the same elderflower syrup that's used in the cake, plus Sandringham Cox's apple juice. — Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, "Royal wedding 2018: Canapes, cake are on the menu for Harry and Meghan's reception," 19 May 2018 To bowl with orange segments, add pineapple, grapes, pomegranate seeds and rosemary syrup, tossing until combined. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Pineapple-Pom Fruit Melange," 3 Dec. 2015 Caffeination comes in two forms: a cold-brew syrup and espresso powder. — Lisa Ludwinski, WSJ, "Pies That Bind: Thanksgiving Recipes From the Heartland," 15 Nov. 2018 Instructions Add whiskey, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker. — Sam Dangremond, Town & Country, "How to Drink Whiskey: A Complete Guide," 1 Oct. 2018 In small saucepan, combine blueberries and syrup and cook on low until heated through, about 5 minutes; keep warm. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Sheet Pan Pancake with Blueberry Syrup," 17 Aug. 2018 The drink, essentially a Tequila slushie, is made from Sauza Tequila, grapefruit juice, agave syrup, and citrus juice. — Joey Morona, cleveland.com, "Donut Fries to French Toast tacos: Coming to a fast food joint near you?," 11 Apr. 2018

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syrup

noun

English Language Learners Definition of syrup

: a sweet, thick liquid made of sugar and water with flavoring or medicine added to it

: a sweet, thick liquid made from the juice of a fruit or plant

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syrup

noun

syr·up | \ˈsər-əp, ˈsir-\

Kids Definition of syrup

1 : a thick sticky solution of sugar and water often containing flavoring or a medicine chocolate syrup cough syrup

2 : the juice of a fruit or plant with some of the water removed maple syrup

syrup

noun

syr·up

variants: also sirup \ˈsər-əp,

ˈsir-əp

Medical Definition of syrup

: a thick sticky liquid consisting of a concentrated solution of sugar and water with or without the addition of a flavoring agent or medicinal substance syrup of codeine