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trea·cle
 treacle
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- pronunciation:
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noun |
| definition 1: |
cloying, excessive, or contrived sentimentality.
I prefer humorous greeting cards, not these ones filled with treacle. |
| definition 2: |
(chiefly British) molasses, or a light-colored blend of molasses, invert sugar, and corn syrup.
She licked the sticky treacle off the spoon. |
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| derivation: |
treacly (adj.) |
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