Meaning of the word maraschino in English

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maraschino

US /ˌmer.əˈʃiː.noʊ/
UK /ˌmer.əˈʃiː.noʊ/
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Noun

1.

a cherry preserved in a sweetened liqueur, typically red and used as a garnish

Example:
The cocktail was garnished with a bright red maraschino cherry.
She loves putting maraschino cherries on her ice cream sundaes.
2.

a sweet liqueur made from Marasca cherries

Example:
The recipe calls for a splash of maraschino to enhance the flavor.
He enjoyed a glass of fine maraschino after dinner.
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