maple syrup
Americannoun
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a syrup produced by partially boiling down the sap of the sugar maple or of any of several other maple trees.
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a commercial variety of such syrup, often mixed with cane sugar or some other sweetening agent.
noun
Etymology
Origin of maple syrup
First recorded in 1840–50
Example Sentences
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The finished product is indulgent and addictive, flavoring the humble chia seed with freshly brewed Thai tea, maple syrup and vanilla extract, alongside a dollop of homemade coconut whipped cream.
From Salon
The Canadian will also be taking maple syrup and maple cookies on his lunar voyage.
From BBC
I have yogurt with frozen blueberries and a little maple syrup.
A few handfuls of oats, pistachios or pecans, butter, maple syrup.
From Salon
Honeyed roasted squash spooned over thick yogurt with a drizzle of maple syrup.
From Salon
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