Meaning of the word licorice in English
What does licorice mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
licorice
US /ˈlɪk.ɚ.ɪʃ/
UK /ˈlɪk.ər.ɪs/
Noun
1.
a sweet, chewy, black confectionery made from the dried root of the licorice plant
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She loves the strong, distinctive taste of black licorice.
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The candy shop had a wide variety of licorice candies.
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2.
a plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra) of the pea family, with a sweet, edible root
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The root of the licorice plant is used in traditional medicine.
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Licorice thrives in warm, temperate climates.
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