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sap

/sæp/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does sap mean?

noun, verb

A sticky, sweet, or viscous fluid, especially one produced by trees, or a verb meaning to extract or remove the sap of a tree. In computing, a sap can also refer to a malicious software that steals sensitive information.

Example

"The tree's sap was used to make maple syrup."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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