maple syrup

noun

: syrup made by concentrating the sap of maple trees and especially the sugar maple

Examples of maple syrup in a Sentence

pancakes served with butter and maple syrup
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Sulfites also occur naturally in various foods including wine, tomatoes, onions, and maple syrup. Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 July 2025 Whisk together baking powder, 3/4 cup of the brown sugar, and remaining 1 1/4 cups flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl; add milk and maple syrup, stirring until just combined. Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 17 July 2025 The brunch menu includes a fluffy pancake served with Canadian maple syrup, as well as apple juice, a hot drink of your choice and one of the hearty lunch plates. New York Times, 10 July 2025 The palate showcases notes of maple syrup, fresh herbs, and earthy undertones. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for maple syrup

Word History

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of maple syrup was in 1792

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“Maple syrup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maple%20syrup. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

maple syrup

noun
: syrup made by thickening the sap of maples and especially the sugar maple by boiling

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