tamarindo
Definition
Noun 1. A large tropical seed pod with very tangy pulp: This refers to the fruit of the tamarind tree. The pulp inside the long, brown pod is sour and tangy, and is used fresh, in cooking, or preserved in various cuisines. 2. A long-lived tropical evergreen tree: This refers to the tree (Tamarindus indica) itself, which is known for its spreading crown, feathery leaves, fragrant flowers, hard wood, and the long pods it produces.
Examples of Usage
- Noun (Fruit):
- The recipe calls for the sour pulp of the tamarindo to balance the sweetness.
- She bought a bag of dried tamarindo to make a refreshing drink.
- Noun (Tree):
- A massive tamarindo provided shade for the entire village square.
- The wood from the tamarindo is highly valued for its durability.
Advanced Usage
- "Tamarind paste/concentrate": A common processed form of the fruit pulp, used as a ready-made ingredient.
- If you don't have fresh pods, you can use tamarind paste instead.
Variants and Related Words
- Tamarind: The more common English name for both the tree and the fruit. "Tamarindo" is the Spanish-derived term often used in culinary contexts.
- Tamarindus indica: The scientific (Latin) name for the tamarind tree species.
Synonyms
- For the fruit: Tamarind fruit, tamarind pulp.
- For the tree: Tamarind tree.
Related Phrases
- Tamarind chutney: A condiment made from tamarind pulp.
- Tamarind candy: A sweet and sour confection made from the fruit.
Noun
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large tropical seed pod with very tangy pulp that is eaten fresh or cooked with rice and fish or preserved for curries and chutneys
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long-lived tropical evergreen tree with a spreading crown and feathery evergreen foliage and fragrant flowers yielding hard yellowish wood and long pods with edible chocolate-colored acidic pulp
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