marshmallow

UK
/ˈmɑːʃˌmæl.əʊ/
US
/ˈmɑrʃˌmæl.oʊ/

Translations

marshmallownoun
marshmallows
pl
UK
/ˈmɑːʃˌmæl.əʊ/
US
/ˈmɑrʃˌmæl.oʊ/
I love eating marshmallows by the campfire.
Я люблю есть зефир у костра.
She added marshmallows to her hot chocolate.
Она добавила маршмеллоу в свой горячий шоколад.
marshmallowadjective
UK
/ˈmɑːʃˌmæləʊ/
US
/ˈmɑrʃˌmɛloʊ/
Used attributively to modify another noun or figuratively to mean soft, sweet, or sentimental.

Definitions

marshmallownoun
A soft, spongy confection made of sugar, water, and gelatin, often flavored and coated with powdered sugar.
She roasted a marshmallow over the campfire until it was golden brown.
A plant of the mallow family, native to Europe and used in herbal medicine.
The marshmallow plant has been used for centuries for its soothing properties.
A person who is unusually soft-hearted, easily influenced, or lacking in toughness.
He looks intimidating, but he's really a marshmallow once you get to know him.
marshmallowadjective
Containing, flavored with, or resembling marshmallow confectionery.
We ordered a slice of the rich chocolate cake topped with a gooey marshmallow layer.
Tender, gentle, or excessively sentimental.
Despite her strict reputation, she has a marshmallow side when it comes to animals.