Meaning of the word sweetener in English
What does sweetener mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sweetener
US /ˈswiːt.nɚ/
UK /ˈswiːt.nər/
Noun
1.
a substance used to sweeten food or drink
Example:
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Many diet sodas use artificial sweeteners instead of sugar.
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Honey is a natural sweetener.
2.
something offered to make a deal or situation more attractive
Example:
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The company offered a bonus as a sweetener to close the deal.
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The new features were a great sweetener for the software package.
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