'licorice-like' originates from the word 'licorice,' which comes from the Greek word 'glykyrrhiza,' where 'glykys' meant 'sweet' and 'rhiza' meant 'root.'

'licorice' changed from the Old French word 'licoresse' and eventually became the modern English word 'licorice.'

Initially, it meant 'sweet root,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a sweet, aromatic flavor.'