cocoa

English

/ˈkəʊ.kəʊ/, /ˈkoʊ.koʊ/

noun
Definitions
  • The dried and partially fermented fatty seeds of the cacao tree from which chocolate is made.
  • An unsweetened brown powder made from roasted, ground cocoa beans, used in making chocolate, and in cooking.
  • (uncountable) A hot drink made with milk, cocoa powder, and sugar.
  • (countable) A serving of this drink.
  • (countable) A light to medium brown colour.

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish, Castilian cacao derived from Classical Nahuatl cacahuatl (cacao bean, cacao, cocoa bean).

Origin

Classical Nahuatl

cacahuatl

Gloss

cacao bean, cacao, cocoa bean

Concept
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