Liquorice

usgb/ˈlɪkərɪʃ/
noun

A plant with a sweet root, or the black sweet substance made from this root.

She ate a piece of liquorice candy.
Visual representation of "liquorice" - A plant with a sweet root, or the black sweet substance made from this root

Often appears as...

  • liquorice root
  • liquorice sweets
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Culinary Uses

Liquorice root is used to flavor foods like bread and beverages besides candy.

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This herbal tea contains a hint of liquorice.
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Herbal Remedy

Liquorice root is believed to have medicinal properties and is used in some cultures to treat ailments.

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Her throat remedy includes liquorice extract.
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Unique Taste

Liquorice's distinctive sweet, slightly bitter flavor is loved by some and disliked by others.

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He was surprised by the unique flavor of liquorice candy.
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