corn syrup

noun

: a syrup containing dextrins, maltose, and dextrose that is obtained by partial hydrolysis of cornstarch

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While the ingredient lists on each of these are significantly simpler than that of bigger brands and don’t contain ingredients like high fructose corn syrup, their successes are likely due to branding and marketing. Andrew Watman, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 As for the spookiest part of the ensemble, the star reveals that the Broadway production uses corn syrup for fake blood. Catherine Santino, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024 Quickly sprinkle baking soda over corn syrup mixture, stirring constantly. Shelli McConnell, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2024 Fructose: fruit sugar, often found in fruit or corn syrup. Philipp Wehsack, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for corn syrup 

Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of corn syrup was in 1903

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“Corn syrup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corn%20syrup. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.

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corn syrup

noun
: a syrup obtained from cornstarch and used in baked goods and candy

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