English Explanatory Dictionary

powdered sugar

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Very finely ground sugar to which cornstarch is added to prevent lumping, mostly used in icings and confections to produce a smooth texture.

Pronunciation

/ˈpaʊ.dəd ˈʃʊɡ.ə/ pouʹdərd sho͝ogʹər /ˈpaʊ.dɚd ˈʃʊɡ.ɚ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-powdered sugar.wav

Word forms

powdered sugar powdered sugars

Synonyms

confectioners' sugar icing sugar pulverized sugar
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