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Meaning of plantain
The primary meaning of the word "plantain" refers to a type of starchy fruit that belongs to the banana family, or a plant that produces such fruit.
Etymology of plantain
The word "plantain" originates from the Spanish word "plátano", which is derived from the Latin "platatanus", meaning flat, possibly referring to the flat shape of the fruit's leaves.
The term has been used in English since the 16th century to refer to the fruit and the plant, and has been influenced by various languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, and French.
Synonyms
banana
fruit
vegetable
tree
shrub
herb
crop
produce
green
leafy
stem
root
tuber
yam
cassava
sweet potato
potato
corn
maize
rice
wheat
grain
cereal
pulse
legume
pea
bean
lentil
chickpea
spinach
kale
collard
mustard
cabbage
broccoli
cauliflower
lettuce
onion
garlic
leek
mushroom
truffle
olive
fig
date
palm
coconut
areca
betel
nut
seed
pod
husk
peel
skin
rind
Definitions
- A type of starchy fruit that belongs to the banana family, typically larger and more starchy than a banana, often cooked before eating.
- A plant of the genus Musa, which includes bananas and plantains, native to Southeast Asia and widely cultivated in tropical regions.
Usage Examples
- The chef sliced the plantain into rounds and fried them until crispy to make a side dish.
- In many tropical countries, plantains are a staple food, eaten boiled, mashed, or fried.
- The plantain tree is a common sight in Caribbean gardens, with its large, flat leaves and sturdy stem.