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caster sugar

(also castor sugar)
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Definition of caster sugar

noun

[mass noun] British
  • finely granulated white or pale golden sugar.

Origin:

mid 19th century: so named because it was suitable for use in a castor (see castor1 (sense 2))

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Caster can also be spelled castor: both are correct.

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