Definition

A type of unrefined sugar that is made from the sap of palm trees and has a brown color.

Example

She used jaggery instead of white sugar in her recipe for a richer flavor.

Conversation

Have you ever tried using jaggery in your recipes?

Yeah, I love how it adds a unique flavor!

I just discovered it, and I'm thinking of adding jaggery to my tea.

That's a great idea! It will definitely give it a richer taste.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Jaggery originates from the Portuguese word 'jagara', which is derived from the Sanskrit 'jaggery' (meaning sugar). It refers to a traditional unrefined sugar made from the sap of palm trees or sugarcane.

Memory Tip

Think of the Sanskrit word for sugar, 'jaggery', to remember that jaggery is a type of unrefined sugar.

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