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treacle

/ˈtriːkəl/ noun · British & US
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What does treacle mean?

noun

A thick, sweet syrup made from refined sugar, molasses, or other ingredients, often used as a sweetener or in cooking. A person who is excessively sentimental or emotionally manipulative.

Example

"The treacle on the pancakes was too sweet, so I added a squeeze of lemon juice."

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