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Rarelicorice
The correct spelling is licorice.
How to pronounce licorice
noun
IPA: /ˈlɪ.k(ə).ɹɪs/
Say it like: Lic-ori-se
The correct spelling is licorice. The plant Glycyrrhiza glabra, or sometimes in North America the related American Licorice plant Glycyrrhiza lepidota.
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Definition
noun
- 1.The plant Glycyrrhiza glabra, or sometimes in North America the related American Licorice plant Glycyrrhiza lepidota.
- 2.A type of candy made from that plant's dried root or its extract.
- 3.A black colour, named after the licorice.
- 4.A flavouring agent made from dried root portions of the aforementioned plant.
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