brown sugar

noun

: soft sugar whose crystals are covered by a film of refined dark syrup

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Then grate in some Parmesan, and finish by stirring in a tablespoon of brown sugar—always. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Feb. 2025 As for adding the peanut butter, it was whisked into the wet ingredients—buttermilk, oil, and egg—along with the brown sugar, which dissolved almost immediately. Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2025 In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, bourbon, light brown sugar, cardamon, and kosher salt. Essence, 12 Feb. 2025 Almonds, cashews, pecans and walnuts are coated in maple syrup and brown sugar, kosher salt and spices. Betty Hallock, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for brown sugar 

Word History

First Known Use

1670, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of brown sugar was in 1670

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brown sugar

noun
: soft sugar whose crystals are covered by a film of purified dark syrup

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