sweeteners
|sweet/en/ers|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈswiːtənərz/
🇬🇧
/ˈswiːtənəz/
(sweetener)
makes sweet
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sweetener' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'swēten,' where 'swēte' meant 'sweet.'
Historical Evolution
'swēten' transformed into the Middle English word 'sweten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'sweeten.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make sweet,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a substance that sweetens.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
substances used to give a sweet taste to food or drink.
Artificial sweeteners are often used in diet sodas.
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Noun 2
something that is added to make an offer more attractive.
The company offered a bonus as a sweetener to the deal.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45