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Definition of "Candy Apple"

A candy apple is a sweet treat made by coating an apple in a hard candy shell, usually made of caramelized sugar. It is often placed on a stick for easy eating. Candy apples are often enjoyed at fairs, carnivals, or during Halloween.

Usage Instructions

• Countable Noun: You can say "one candy apple" or "two candy apples" because it is a countable item.
• Context: Typically eaten as a dessert or snack, often enjoyed by children and at festive events.

Example Sentence

• "At the fair, I bought a bright red candy apple and it was delicious!"

Advanced Usage

• You can use "candy apple" in sentences to describe something that is attractive but may have a hard exterior, similar to how candy apples look appealing but are made from fruits (which can be healthy). For example:
  • "Her smile was like a candy apple, sweet and inviting on the outside, but I wondered what was beneath."

Word Variants

• Candy Apple (noun): The main term.
• Candy Apples (plural): More than one candy apple.

Different Meanings

• The term "candy apple" specifically refers to the sweet treat mentioned above. It does not have other meanings in common usage.

Synonyms

• Toffee apple: This is similar to a candy apple but usually features a toffee coating instead of a hard candy shell. It is more common in some countries.
• Caramel apple: This is specifically an apple coated in caramel (a type of sweet made from sugar).

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

• While "candy apple" does not have idiomatic uses, you can use the word "candy" in idioms:

Summary

A candy apple is a fun and delicious treat made by covering an apple in a hard candy shell. It is a popular snack at fairs and special occasions.

Academic

Noun

1. an apple that is covered with a candy-like substance (usually caramelized sugar)

Synonyms

• candied apple
• taffy apple
• caramel apple
• toffee apple