Taffy (noun)

A sweet, chewy candy made from sugar, butter, and flavorings, often pulled and stretched by hand to make it soft and pliable.

Origin:

The word "taffy" is thought to have originated in wales and derived from the welsh word "tafi" meaning "sweetmeat" or "sweet", or from the word "taffia" which referred to a type of liquor made from sugar and molasses.

Examples:

1. I bought a bag of taffy at the fair, it was so sweet and delicious.
2. I remember my grandmother used to make homemade taffy when I was a kid.
3. The store has a wide variety of taffy flavors, from strawberry to green apple.
4. The process of making taffy involves heating sugar and butter together, then stretching and pulling it until it reaches the desired consistency.
5. I always get a stomach ache after eating too much taffy.