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Butterscotch: meaning, definitions and examples

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butterscotch

 

[ หˆbสŒtษ™rหŒskษ’tสƒ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food flavor

Butterscotch is a type of confectionery made by combining brown sugar and butter, which is then cooked together until it reaches a desired consistency. The rich, sweet flavor is commonly associated with desserts, candies, and various baked goods. Often used as a flavoring for sauces and puddings, butterscotch can also be found in ice creams and as a topping for various dishes. Its unique taste makes it a favorite among those who enjoy sweet flavors.

Synonyms

caramel, sweet, toffee

Examples of usage

  • I love butterscotch pudding for dessert.
  • She added a drizzle of butterscotch sauce to the ice cream.
  • The cake was infused with a butterscotch flavor.
  • They served butterscotch candies at the party.

Translations

Translations of the word "butterscotch" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น caramelo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคŸเคฐเคธเฅเค•เฅ‰เคš

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Butterscotch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ butterscotch

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑัƒั€ัˆั‚ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ butterscotch

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใ‚ฟใƒผใ‚นใ‚ณใƒƒใƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท butterscotch

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ butterscotch

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท butterscotch

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒ„ํ„ฐ์Šค์นด์น˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุชุฑุณูƒูˆุชุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ butterscotch

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ butterscotch

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฅถๆฒนๅคชๅฆƒ็ณ–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ butterscotch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ butterscotch

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐั‚ะฐั€ัะบะพั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒขแƒ”แƒ แƒกแƒ™แƒแƒฉแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ butterscotch

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ butterscotch

Etymology

The term 'butterscotch' originates from 19th-century England, with its first recorded use around the 1850s. The word is thought to be a combination of 'butter,' referring to the essential ingredient used in the candy-making process, and 'scotch,' which may derive from the Scottish word meaning to cut or score. Over time, butterscotch became popular in various forms, including sauces and candies, as people grew fond of its rich, buttery flavor. The classic recipe for butterscotch involved simple ingredients accessible to the average household, making it a beloved treat in many homes. Today, butterscotch is not just associated with traditional confections; it has expanded into a broader array of products, including flavored coffees and ice creams. The nostalgic appeal of butterscotch continues to evoke memories of simpler times and home-cooked desserts.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,092, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.