Definitions

1. noun

A sweet food made from sugar that has been heated to a high temperature until it turns brown and forms a smooth, sticky liquid, which is then cooled to a hard, brittle, and often chewy consistency.

“She drizzled the caramel sauce over the ice cream.”

2. verb

To coat or cover something with a sweet, sticky substance that resembles caramel, often in a decorative or appealing way.

“The chef caramelized the sugar to create a golden-brown crust on the cake.”

3. adjective

Having a smooth, rich, and sweet flavor, often used to describe food, especially desserts.

“The caramel flavor of the chocolate sauce complemented the cake perfectly.”