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syrup

The correct spelling is syrup.

How to pronounce syrup

/ˈsɪ.ɹəp/
noun

IPA: /ˈsɪ.ɹəp/

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The correct spelling is syrup. Any thick liquid that has a high sugar content and which is added to or poured over food as a flavouring. For example: "maple syrup"

Usage Examples

maple syrup

cough syrup

Definition

noun

  1. 1.Any thick liquid that has a high sugar content and which is added to or poured over food as a flavouring.
  2. 2.(by extension) Any viscous liquid.
  3. 3.(shortened from "syrup of figs") A wig.

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