Meaning & Definition of word "Tomato"

Tomato

/təˈmeɪ.toʊ/

noun:

  • 1. A glossy red, or occasionally yellow, pulpy edible fruit of the nightshade family, usually eaten as a vegetable; often used in salads, sauces, and as a topping.
    • Example: I added fresh tomato slices to my salad for extra flavor.
  • 2. The plant of the nightshade family that bears this fruit.
    • Example: We planted several tomato plants in our garden this year.
  • 3. A dish made from tomatoes, often a sauce.
    • Example: She made a delicious tomato sauce to go with the pasta.

Etymology

From Spanish 'tomate', from Nahuatl 'tomatl'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

tomato can:

A can containing tomato products, often used in cooking.

to throw a tomato:

To express disapproval, typically through boos or negative feedback.

a rotten tomato:

Something worthless or of poor quality.

Related Words

ketchup:

A condiment made from tomatoes, sugar, and vinegar.

salsa:

A spicy sauce often made with tomatoes.

pizza:

A dish often topped with tomato sauce and cheese.

Slang Meanings of tomato

Meaning: A term for a homely or unattractive person.

Example Sentence: He called her a tomato when she walked in wearing that dress.

Meaning: Used to refer to a person when comparing them to an attractive object.

Example Sentence: Look at her, she’s a real tomato!