Meaning of the word sugarplum in English

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

sugarplum

US /ˈʃʊɡ.ɚ.plʌm/
UK /ˈʃʊɡ.ə.plʌm/
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Noun

a sweet, often round or oval, candy or confection, typically made with sugar and sometimes flavored with fruit or nuts

Example:
The children dreamed of sugarplums dancing in their heads.
She decorated the cake with tiny edible sugarplums.