massecuite

/mæs.siˈkwiːt/

Definitions

1. noun

A mixture of sugar syrup and undissolved sugar crystals, produced during the process of crystallizing sugar.

“The massecuite was then seeded to initiate the crystallization process.”

2. noun

A concentrated sugar solution, often used in the production of sugar crystals.

“The massecuite was filtered to remove any impurities before being further processed.”

Synonyms

  • concentrated sugar solution
  • sugar syrup

Antonyms

  • diluted sugar solution