Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cocoa

Noun
/ˈkoʊ.koʊ/
Definition
Cocoa is a powder made from roasted and ground cacao seeds, often used to make chocolate and beverages.
Examples
  • She enjoys a warm cup of cocoa on cold winter nights.
  • The chocolate cake was rich with cocoa flavor.
  • Cocoa is an essential ingredient in many desserts.
Meaning
Cocoa refers to both the powder made from cacao beans and the plant from which these beans are harvested.
Synonyms
  • chocolate
  • cacao
  • chocolate powder