Syrup
/ˈsɪr.əp/noun
A thick, sweet liquid made from sugar and water, often flavored or used in cooking.
Did you know?The word 'syrup' has ties to the Arabic word 'šarāb', which means 'to drink', hinting at its historical role as a potent potion in ancient cultures.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
σιρόπιον (sirópion)
“A medicinal drink or syrup used for healing.”
Arabic
Arabic
شَرَاب (šarāb)
“A drink, especially one that is sweet or flavored.”
Old French
Old French
syrup
“A sweetened beverage or medicinal liquid derived from sugar.”
Middle English
Middle English
syrup
“A thick, sweet liquid used as a remedy or for flavoring.”
Modern English
English
syrup
“A sweet, viscous liquid used in cooking and as a sweetener.”