gumbo
|gum-bo|
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/ˈɡʌm.boʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˈɡʌm.bəʊ/
Louisiana stew with okra
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gumbo' originates from West African languages, specifically the word 'ki ngombo,' where 'ki' meant 'thing' and 'ngombo' referred to 'okra.'
Historical Evolution
'ki ngombo' transformed into the Creole word 'gombo,' and eventually became the modern English word 'gumbo' through Louisiana Creole.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to 'okra,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a stew or soup containing okra.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a stew or soup originating from Louisiana, typically made with a strong stock, meat or shellfish, and vegetables such as okra.
The chef prepared a delicious seafood gumbo for dinner.
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Last updated: 2025/04/04 17:24