Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pulp
noun
/pʌlp/
Definition
Pulp is a soft, moist mass of crushed or ground material, often used in food or paper production.
Examples
- The pulp of the orange is sweet and juicy.
- Recycling paper helps create new pulp for making more paper.
- The chef discarded the pulp after juicing the tomatoes.
Meaning
In its most common usage, pulp refers to the soft, fibrous material that comes from fruits, vegetables, or wood products.
Synonyms
- mash
- paste
- slurry
- flesh
