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granulated sugar

American  

noun

  1. a coarsely ground white sugar, widely used as a sweetener.


granulated sugar British  

noun

  1. a coarsely ground white sugar

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Most bakers reach for powdered sugar, but I’ll admit: I like the slight texture of granulated sugar.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2025

Feed in the granulated sugar very slowly so as to get a completely smooth, clear light mixture.

From Washington Times • Dec. 24, 2023

It actually makes some scientific sense, since stimulating the nerves in the roof of the mouth with a teaspoon of granulated sugar has been a time-tested remedy for hiccups.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 13, 2023

China's exports to North Korea more than doubled in the first two months of 2023 on the year, with granulated sugar, soybean oil and rice among the major items, customs data showed.

From Reuters • Jul. 10, 2023

Back then the only things Mama purchased from the store were coffee beans, granulated sugar, salt, and pepper.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson