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Meaning of licorice root

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

licorice

Pronunciation:/ˈlɪ.k(ə).ɹɪs/

noun

Definitions

  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.

    Synonyms:sugarallie
  3. A black colour, named after the licorice.

  4. A flavouring agent made from dried root portions of the aforementioned plant.