Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eggplant
noun
/ˈɛɡ.plænt/
Definition
A plant that bears a large, purple fruit, commonly used as a vegetable in cooking.
Examples
- She cooked a delicious eggplant parmesan for dinner.
- In Mediterranean cuisine, eggplant is often grilled and served with olive oil.
- The recipe calls for diced eggplant to add flavor to the stew.
Meaning
Eggplant refers to the edible fruit of the Solanum melongena plant, which is often purple in color and is used in various culinary dishes.
Synonyms
- aubergine
- brinjal
- garden egg
