/
ˈkarəm(ə)l,
-mɛl/
n.
- sugar or syrup heated until it turns brown, used as a flavouring or colouring for food or drink.
- a soft toffee made with sugar and butter that have been melted and further heated.
Derivative
- caramelization
or caramelisation n. - caramelize
or caramelise v.
Etymology
C18: from Fr., from Sp. caramelo.