cassis

noun

cas·​sis kə-ˈsēs How to pronounce cassis (audio)
: a syrupy liquor of low alcoholic strength made from black currants and used chiefly as a flavoring and sweetening agent

Examples of cassis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web An overall finesse to this beauty with a texture like fine lace with a multifaceted bouquet of rose petals and tar with juicy cassis flavors along the very long finish. Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024 Notes: cardamom, clove bud, black pepper, cassis, lavender Homesick New York City Candle $38 $29 Homesick Homesick makes candles inspired by each state, and even a few cities, like New York City or Los Angeles—making these wicks an especially meaningful gift idea. Megan Wahn, Architectural Digest, 18 Oct. 2024 Outside of the cassis material and band, the OnePlus Watch 2R is the exact same as the OnePlus Watch 2. PCMAG, 12 Oct. 2024 The palate is polished and elegant with complex blue fruit notes, a thread of cassis and a lovely finish. Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cassis 

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Word History

Etymology

French, literally, black currants, perhaps from Latin cassia

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cassis was in 1899

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“Cassis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cassis. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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