Definition

A type of candy or flavor that is made by melting butter and brown sugar together, resulting in a sweet, rich taste.

Example

I love the taste of butterscotch in my desserts.

Conversation

Have you ever tried butterscotch pudding?

Yes, I love it! It's so creamy and sweet.

I just made some yesterday, and it turned out amazing.

That sounds delicious! I need to get the recipe from you.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Butterscotch is formed from "butter" (from Old English "butter", meaning a dairy product made from cream) and "scotch" (from Old English "scocca", meaning to cut or score). The word refers to a sweet treat made with butter and sugar, often associated with a rich, caramel-like flavor.

Memory Tip

Think of 'butter' as the creamy base and 'scotch' as the action of cutting or scoring, which helps you remember that butterscotch is a sweet treat made with butter.

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