Granada

ɡrəˈnɑːdə

Meaning & Definition

noun
A city in southern Spain, famous for its historical Islamic architecture, particularly the Alhambra.
Tourists flock to Granada to explore the stunning palaces and gardens of the Alhambra.
A pomegranate, particularly used in culinary contexts or in botany.
The chef garnished the dish with fresh granada seeds for a burst of flavor.
A type of grenade or explosive device.
The soldiers were trained to handle various types of granadas during their combat exercises.

Etymology

Spanish 'granada' meaning pomegranate.

Common Phrases and Expressions

granada salad
A salad featuring pomegranate seeds as a key ingredient.
make a granada
A slang term used to describe creating chaos or disruption.
drop a granada
To drop a bomb or create a big impact, often used in gaming contexts.

Related Words

pomegranate
A round fruit with a tough red outer skin and many seeds inside.
explosive
A substance that undergoes a rapid chemical change, causing an explosion.

Slang Meanings

To throw something with impact.
He granada-ed the ball across the field.
To cause chaos or disruption.
When he arrived at the party, he granada-ed the whole scene.