Definition

A tall grass plant that grows in warm climates and is used to produce sugar.

Example

Farmers grow sugarcane in many tropical countries to make sugar and other products.

Conversation

Have you ever tried juice made from sugarcane?

No, I haven't! Is it sweet?

It's really refreshing and has a unique taste from sugarcane.

That sounds delicious! I should look for it next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sugarcane is formed from "sugar" (from Arabic "sukkar", meaning sweet substance) and "cane" (from Latin "canna", meaning reed). The word refers to a type of reed plant that produces sugar.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sugar' as a sweet substance and 'cane' as a type of reed — together, they describe a plant that produces sweetness.

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