Meaning & Definition of word "Caramel"

Caramel

/ˈkær.ə.mɛl/

1. A medium to dark brown candy made by cooking sugar until it liquefies and turns brown.
- Example: She poured the warm caramel over the ice cream.
2. A flavor or color resembling that of caramel candy.
- Example: The cake had a rich caramel flavor that complemented the chocolate.

1. To cook sugar until it turns brown, creating caramel.
- Example: He carefully caramelized the sugar to make a topping for the dessert.

French 'caramel', likely derived from Spanish 'caramelo', from late Latin 'cannamella' (derived from 'canna' meaning 'sugar cane').

caramel macchiato:

A coffee drink made with espresso, steamed milk, and caramel syrup.

caramel apple:

An apple coated in caramel, often served at fairs.

caramel corn:

Popcorn coated in a sweet, hard caramel shell.

toffee:

A type of chewy candy made from sugar, butter, and sometimes flour.

fudge:

A candy made from sugar, butter, and milk, with a creamy texture.

syrup:

A thick, sweet liquid made by dissolving sugar in water or other liquids.

Meaning: A person who is sweet or kind.

Example Sentence: He's such a caramel; always helping others.

Meaning: Something that is visually appealing or attractive.

Example Sentence: That sunset was so caramel!