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liquorice


Meanings
  • noun

    A sweet, chewy candy flavored with the extract of the liquorice plant.

    - "I love the taste of liquorice candies."
    - "Can I have a piece of liquorice instead of a lollipop?"
  • noun

    A plant of the pea family, the root of which is used to make a sweet substance.

    - "The liquorice plant is native to Europe and parts of Asia."
    - "The liquorice root has been used in traditional medicine for centuries."

Synonyms

sugarallie
Rhymes
Words rhyming with liquorice
nice , vice , price
Variants
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liquorice
Etymology
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The word 'liquorice' comes from the Latin word 'liquorice', which means 'liquid root'. It refers to the liquorice plant and its root, which have been used for their sweet taste and medicinal properties for thousands of years.


Trivia
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  1. Liquorice was used as a sweetener and flavoring agent in ancient Egypt.

  2. Liquorice tea is a popular beverage in many countries, particularly in Europe and the Middle East.

  3. Liquorice candies are often black in color due to the presence of the natural compound anise aldehyde, which gives them their distinctive taste and aroma.


Related Concepts
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  1. Anise: Anise is a plant that has a similar taste and aroma to liquorice. It is commonly used as a flavoring agent in foods and beverages.

  2. Glycyrrhizin: Glycyrrhizin is a compound found in the liquorice root that gives it its sweet taste. It is also used as a natural sweetener and flavoring agent in food and beverage industries.


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Liquorice has a rich cultural history, particularly in Europe and the Middle East. It has been used for its sweet taste and medicinal properties for thousands of years. In literature, liquorice has been mentioned in works such as Homer's Odyssey and Shakespeare's Hamlet. In art, it has been depicted in various forms, including sculptures and paintings. In music, it has been referenced in songs and operas.

How to Memorize "liquorice"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize liquorice, imagine a sweet, chewy candy with a distinct taste and aroma. Visualize the plant growing in a field, with long roots that are harvested and used to make the candy.

  2. associate

    - To memorize liquorice, associate it with sweet memories, such as eating candies as a child or enjoying a cup of liquorice tea on a cold day.

  3. mnemonics

    - To memorize liquorice, use the mnemonic 'Liquorice is a sweet, chewy treat that comes from a plant with a long, delicious root.'


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