Meaning & Definition of word "Tomato"
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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!