Meaning of the word marshmallow in English

What does marshmallow mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

marshmallow

US /ˈmɑːrʃˌmel.oʊ/
UK /ˌmɑːʃˈmæl.əʊ/
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Noun

a spongy, sugary confection, typically made from sugar, corn syrup, gelatin, and vanilla, often used in desserts or roasted over a fire

Example:
She put a large marshmallow on her hot chocolate.
We roasted marshmallows over the campfire.