tomato
|to/ma/to|
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/təˈmeɪtoʊ/
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/təˈmɑːtəʊ/
edible fruit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tomato' originates from the Nahuatl word 'tomatl', which referred to the plant's fruit.
Historical Evolution
'tomatl' transformed into the Spanish word 'tomate', and eventually became the modern English word 'tomato'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the plant's fruit, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a glossy red or occasionally yellow pulpy edible fruit that is typically eaten as a vegetable or in salad.
She added fresh tomatoes to the salad.
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Last updated: 2025/02/01 14:43