rock candy

noun

1
: boiled sugar crystallized in large masses on string
2

Examples of rock candy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Traffickers then packaged the product, in hard, clear chunks that resemble rock candy, to sell to customers. Beth Warren, USA TODAY, 10 Feb. 2024 In the old days, rock candy was used for cherry bounce. Rita Nader Heikenfeld, The Enquirer, 11 Aug. 2023 The finish is warm and lingering, with notes of citrus, spice, coconut, and some rock candy on final sips as your glass empties. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2023 Beautiful, unique, and continuing the sparkling geode dessert trend, this recipe teaches you the surprisingly simple technique that turns rock candy into crystal magic. Su-Jit Lin, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Nov. 2023 There’s also a bit of black pepper and baking spice, some grainy notes, a hint of apple crisp, and finally a flash of rock candy on the finish. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2023 Note: If using rock candy on sticks or strings, remove sticks or strings before serving. Rita Nader Heikenfeld, The Enquirer, 11 Aug. 2023 Tequila 5 oz water 5 oz Tres Agaves Margarita Mix 1 packet of gelatin Lemon-lime rock candy for garnish Instructions Mix all ingredients until smooth and free of bubbles. Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 2 Aug. 2023 Many still come to walk the coastal promenade, dip in the sea, eat ice cream, and soak up the kitsch of an English seaside town: rock candy, joke postcards, silly hats. Simon Montlake, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 July 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1706, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of rock candy was circa 1706

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“Rock candy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rock%20candy. Accessed 20 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

rock candy

noun
: boiled sugar crystallized on a string
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