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tamarindo

tamarindo

9.9
A tropical tree that makes long seed pods with sour edible pulp used in cooking
  • noun
  • /ˌtæməˈrɪndoʊ/
  • US
translation icon : tamarindo
  • She bought a bag of dried tamarindo to use in her recipes.

Examples

  • The refreshing drink was made from tamarindo and served over ice.

  • The tamarindo tree grows well in warm climates.

  • Local markets often sell candies flavored with tamarindo pulp.

  • I love the sweet and sour taste of tamarindo candy.

  • The chef used fresh tamarindo pulp to create a tangy sauce for the grilled fish.

  • In many Latin American countries, tamarindo is a popular ingredient for desserts and drinks.

  • The sweet and sour flavor of tamarindo makes it a favorite addition to various dishes and snacks.

Synonyms

tamarind
vstamarindo
5 5.8

A tropical tree with long seed pods and sour fruit used in cooking

refers specifically to the tree and stresses pod production for cooking
tamarind tree
vstamarindo
6.0

A tree in hot countries that makes long pods with sour edible pulp

emphasizes that the pulp is often used in cooking
Tamarindus indica
vstamarindo
  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical evergreen tree with thin leaves and long pods of sour edible pulp

focuses more on the tree's culinary pulp than on wood or lifespan

Surface Forms

tamarindo singular
tamarindos plural

Etymology

Tamarindo comes from the Arabic words tamr and hindī, which together mean 'Indian date'. The name was used because the tree came from India, so tamarindo now names the tree that makes the sour, edible pods used in cooking.