syrup

[ˈsɪrəp]

syrup Definition

• 1. a thick, sticky, and sweet liquid, often used as a topping for desserts or pancakes
• 2. a medicine consisting of a concentrated solution of sugar in water with flavoring or other ingredients

Using syrup: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "syrup" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I poured maple syrup over my pancakes.

• Example

  She took a spoonful of cough syrup to ease her symptoms.

• Example

  The bartender added a splash of grenadine syrup to the cocktail.

syrup Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for syrup

• treacle
• molasses
• honey
• nectar

Phrases with syrup

• simple syrup

  a mixture of sugar and water that is heated until the sugar dissolves, used as a sweetener in cocktails and other drinks

  Example

  The recipe calls for one part simple syrup and two parts gin.

• chocolate syrup

  a sweet chocolate-flavored liquid used as a topping for ice cream or other desserts

  Example

  I drizzled chocolate syrup over my sundae.

• corn syrup

  a sweet, viscous liquid made from cornstarch, used as a sweetener in processed foods and beverages

  Example

  High-fructose corn syrup is a common ingredient in many soft drinks.

Origins of syrup

from Old French 'sirop', from Medieval Latin 'siropus', from Arabic 'sharāb', meaning 'drink, wine'

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Summary: syrup in Brief

Syrup [ˈsɪrəp] is a thick, sweet, and sticky liquid commonly used as a topping for desserts or pancakes. It can also refer to a medicine made of sugar and water with flavoring or other ingredients. Examples include maple syrup, cough syrup, and grenadine syrup. Other types of syrup include simple syrup, chocolate syrup, and corn syrup.