molasses (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /məˈlæsɪz/

Definition

A thick, dark, sweet syrup made from sugar cane or sugar beets, often used in baking and cooking.

Examples

• The recipe called for a cup of molasses to give the gingerbread its rich flavor.

• Molasses is a byproduct of the sugar refining process.

• She used molasses to make a sticky glaze for the ham.

Synonyms of molasses

Words with a similar meaning to molasses:

• syrup
• treacle

Antonyms of molasses

Words with the opposite meaning to molasses:

• sugar
• water

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