Definition

A sweet treat made of hard candy that is mounted on a stick, often enjoyed by sucking or licking.

Example

The child happily licked her lollipop on a sunny day.

Conversation

I just bought a huge lollipop from the candy store.

That sounds delicious! What flavor did you get?

It's cherry-flavored, my favorite!

Nice choice! I love a good lollipop when I have a sweet tooth.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lollipop → The word 'lollipop' is believed to originate from the early 20th century, combining 'lolly' (a dialectal term for tongue, possibly from the Welsh 'lolly', meaning tongue) and 'pop' (meaning a sweet or a small piece of candy). The term describes a sweet treat that is held by the tongue and pops in the mouth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'lolly' as a playful term for tongue, and 'pop' as the sweet treat that bursts with flavor in your mouth. This helps you remember that a lollipop is a candy you enjoy with your tongue.

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