음식이나 음료에 단맛을 내기 위해 설탕 대신 또는 설탕과 함께 넣는 물질.
A substance, such as sugar or a synthetic chemical, added to food or drink to make it taste sweet.
예문:
"Many health-conscious consumers are switching to natural sweeteners like agave nectar."
"The label lists aspartame as the primary sweetener in this diet soda."
계약이나 협상을 유리하게 이끌기 위해 제시하는 유인책이나 추가적인 이득.
An extra incentive or concession offered to make a deal or proposal more attractive.
예문:
"The car dealer threw in a free extended warranty as a sweetener for the sale."
"The union rejected the initial offer, so the management added a sweetener to the pension plan."