Sugarcane: meaning, definitions and examples

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sugarcane

 

[ ˈʃʌɡərkeɪn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

botanical crop

Sugarcane is a tall perennial grass native to tropical regions of Asia and found in many other areas of the world. It is primarily cultivated for sugar production, as it holds a high concentration of sucrose in its stalks. In addition to sugar, sugarcane is also processed to produce molasses, rum, and various other by-products. The plant thrives in warm climates and is usually harvested during the dry season.

Synonyms

saccharum, sugar plant, sweet cane.

Examples of usage

  • Farmers grow sugarcane for sugar production.
  • Sugarcane juice is a popular drink in many cultures.
  • The sugarcane industry is vital for the economy of several countries.

Translations

Translations of the word "sugarcane" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cana-de-açúcar

🇮🇳 गन्ना

🇩🇪 Zuckerrohr

🇮🇩 tebu

🇺🇦 цукрова тростина

🇵🇱 trzcina cukrowa

🇯🇵 サトウキビ

🇫🇷 canne à sucre

🇪🇸 caña de azúcar

🇹🇷 şeker kamışı

🇰🇷 사탕수수

🇸🇦 قصب السكر

🇨🇿 cukrová třtina

🇸🇰 cukrová trstina

🇨🇳 甘蔗

🇸🇮 sladkorni trs

🇮🇸 sykurreyr

🇰🇿 қант қамысы

🇬🇪 შაქრის ნესტარი

🇦🇿 şəkər qamışı

🇲🇽 caña de azúcar

Etymology

The term 'sugarcane' originates from the Old French word 'sucre', which means 'sugar', and from the Arabic word 'sukkar', derived from the Sanskrit word 'sharkara', meaning 'sugar'. The cultivation of sugarcane dates back thousands of years, with evidence suggesting it was first domesticated in New Guinea and the surrounding islands. As trade routes developed, sugarcane spread to India, Persia, the Mediterranean region, and eventually to the Americas. By the 18th century, sugarcane had become a significant agricultural commodity in the Caribbean and the Southern United States. Today, sugarcane is one of the most important crops grown worldwide, playing a crucial role in the global sugar market.