Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sugar

noun
/ˈʃʌɡər/
Definition
A sweet, crystalline substance obtained from various plants, especially sugar cane and sugar beet, used to enhance the flavor of foods and beverages.
Examples
  • She added a teaspoon of sugar to her tea.
  • The cake was too sweet because it had too much sugar.
  • He prefers brown sugar over white for its richer flavor.
Meaning
Sugar refers to a group of sweet-tasting, soluble carbohydrates, many of which are used in food.
Synonyms
  • sucrose
  • glucose
  • fructose
  • sweetener