sugarhouse

[ shoog-er-hous ]

noun

, plural sug·ar·hous·es [shoog, -er-hou-ziz].

1. a shed or other building where maple syrup or maple sugar is made.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sugarhouse¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; sugar + house

Example Sentences

Almost every turn of the mighty stream disclosed a sugarhouse of red brick, with a centre and wings, all much alike.

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After the canes are cut they are hauled to the mill or sugarhouse on wagons.

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Often a number of people will be invited to go to the sugarhouse and take part in the operation.

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