British fine granulated sugar, named because fine enough to go through castor/caster (a perforated container for sprinkling).
Caster sugar
Etymology & History
British fine granulated sugar, named because fine enough to go through castor/caster (a perforated container for sprinkling). Also spelled 'castor sugar'. Used in baking. Americans use 'superfine sugar'. British term references historical kitchen equipment.
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Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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