Molasses.
Treacle
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'.
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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