sweet sorghum

noun

1. sorgo.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sweet sorghum¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

Sorghum syrup is actually a juice extract collected from a tall grass called sweet sorghum.

From The Daily Beast

Southern farmers compensated for the sugar scarcity by harvesting sweet sorghum as a substitute.

From The Daily Beast

In the early 17th century, slaves brought sweet sorghum seeds, then known as “guinea corn,” to the United States.

From The Daily Beast

Corn is more commonly used, and in some sections sweet sorghum is given an important place.

From Project Gutenberg