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corn syrup
noun
: a syrup containing dextrins, maltose, and dextrose that is obtained by partial hydrolysis of cornstarch
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The ice cream is high in milk fat at 16 percent, low in air and all natural, meaning free of corn syrup, carrageenan and other additives often found in ice cream.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2024
This show goes through gallons of corn syrup and red 40.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 13 May 2024
Light corn syrup: Adds glossiness and helps prevent crystallization of the sugar while cooking.
—Micah A Leal, Southern Living, 5 June 2024
Then, manufacturers fold in spices and other ingredients, which may include beef stock, corn syrup, sugar, salt, garlic puree, starch, water or ice.
—Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 19 May 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1903, in the meaning defined above
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“Corn syrup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corn%20syrup. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
Kids Definition
corn syrup
noun
: a syrup obtained from cornstarch and used in baked goods and candy
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