Treacle

Treacle

/หˆtriหkl/
Noun United Kingdom

Molasses.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Treacle, that is."
"I've never seen such a Treacle in all my life."

Etymology & History

British term for molasses (thick syrup from sugar refining). From Greek 'theriake' (antidote). Golden syrup (Lyle's) is refined treacle. Treacle tart is traditional British dessert (Harry Potter's favorite). Americans use 'molasses'.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
โœ“
Language
Mild
๐Ÿ’ฌ
Formality
Informal
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