adobo
|a-do-bo|
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🇺🇸
/əˈdoʊboʊ/
🇬🇧
/əˈdəʊbəʊ/
marinated dish
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adobo' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'adobar,' where 'adobar' meant 'to marinate or pickle.'
Historical Evolution
'adobar' transformed into the Filipino word 'adobo,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adobo' through cultural exchange.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to marinate or pickle,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a specific dish or seasoning.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a popular Filipino dish made with meat, seafood, or vegetables marinated in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and spices, then browned in oil and simmered in the marinade.
Adobo is often served with rice.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/11 16:06