licorice
Pronunciation:
/ˈlɪ.k(ə).ɹɪs/noun
Definitions
The plant Glycyrrhiza glabra, or sometimes in North America the related American Licorice plant Glycyrrhiza lepidota.
A type of candy made from that plant's dried root or its extract.
Synonyms:sugarallieA black colour, named after the licorice.
A flavouring agent made from dried root portions of the aforementioned plant.