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/
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Noun

1.

a sweet, chewy, black confectionery made from the dried root of the licorice plant

Example:
She loves the strong, distinctive taste of black licorice.
The candy shop had a wide variety of licorice candies.
2.

a plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra) of the pea family, with a sweet, edible root

Example:
The root of the licorice plant is used in traditional medicine.
Licorice thrives in warm, temperate climates.