1. a soft, spongy confection made from sugar, corn syrup, and gelatin, typically white and cylindrical
2. a tall plant with pink or white flowers that grows in wet areas

Examples

• We roasted marshmallows over the campfire.
• She added mini marshmallows to her hot chocolate.
• The s’mores recipe calls for chocolate, graham crackers, and marshmallows.
• Marshmallows were originally made from the root of the marshmallow plant.
• The children enjoyed making marshmallow sculptures.
• Wild marshmallows grow naturally in marshes and wetlands.