brown sugar

noun

1. unrefined or partially refined sugar that retains some molasses.
2. a commercial product consisting of white, refined sugar to which molasses has been added.
3. Slang. brownish-colored heroin manufactured illicitly in Mexico.

brown sugar

noun

1. sugar that is unrefined or only partially refined

Word History and Origins

Origin of brown sugar¹

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

The filling is a delicious mix of brown sugar and blueberries, which add a tartness to these sweet rolls that creates the perfect bite.

From Seattle Times

At the indoor spice market, the merchants arranged open crates with colored mounds of red saffron threads, yellow turmeric, purple sumac, blue salt, black pepper, brown sugar, and green dried sage.

From Literature

“It was baked with brown sugar and butter.”

From Literature

For the filling: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, sugar and cinnamon.

From Seattle Times

To spruce things up, I’ll add a sweetener like honey or brown sugar and spices or use buttermilk instead.

From Salon