liquorice
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for liquorice, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — British spelling of licorice: a black, strongly flavored candy or the plant root it is made from.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Altered spelling of licorice, influenced by association with the word liquor.
Full origin of liquorice →Frequently asked questions
What does “liquorice” mean?
The word “liquorice” means british spelling of licorice: a black, strongly flavored candy or the plant root it is made from. In plain terms, the British spelling of licorice, the dark, distinctively flavored sweet.
How do you pronounce “liquorice”?
“Liquorice” is pronounced LIH-k-rihsh (/ˈlɪ.k(ə).ɹɪʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “liquorice” in a sentence?
Here is “liquorice” used in a sentence: “He bought a bag of liquorice from the sweet shop.”
What part of speech is “liquorice”?
“Liquorice” is a noun.