Definitions

1. noun

a dried fruit, especially a raisin or a date, often eaten as a sweet snack, especially in Christmas cookies.

“The aroma of sugarplums wafted through the kitchen as she baked Christmas cookies.”

2. noun

a type of sweet, typically dried fruit, that is a key ingredient in traditional Christmas treats.

“The holiday dessert table featured a variety of sugarplums and other sweet treats.”

3. noun

something pleasant or delightful, especially a pleasure or a treat.

“The sound of music was a sugarplum to her ears.”

4. noun

a type of sweet or festive food, typically eaten during the holiday season.

“She looked forward to enjoying sugarplums at the holiday party.”

5. verb

to make or eat something sweet, typically as a holiday treat.

“The children loved to sugarplum during the winter holiday season.”