plantain
|plan/tain|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈplæn.tɪn/
🇬🇧
/ˈplæn.teɪn/
starchy fruit or herbaceous plant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'plantain' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'plátano,' where 'plátano' meant 'banana.'
Historical Evolution
'plátano' transformed into the English word 'plantain' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'banana,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a starchy fruit or a type of herbaceous plant.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a tropical plant of the banana family, grown for its starchy fruit, which is typically cooked before eating.
Plantains are often fried or boiled in many Caribbean dishes.
Synonyms
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/03/01 18:29