Definition of "butterscotch" [butterscotch]

• A syrup, sauce, candy, or flavoring made by melting butter and brown sugar together. (noun)
• A golden or tawny brown. (noun)

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• "What's good: Steak, beef & mushroom ragout, flambe prawn pasta, lamb shank, ginger pudding with brandied candy topping & ice-cream in butterscotch sauce, pear & almond pie, most of their sweets actually."
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