Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
imu
noun
/ˈiːmuː/
Definition
A traditional underground oven used in Hawaiian cooking.
Examples
- The luau featured a whole pig cooked in an imu.
- For the celebration, they dug a large imu to prepare the feast.
- Cooking in an imu adds a unique flavor to the food.
Meaning
In Hawaiian culture, an imu is a pit used for cooking that is dug into the ground and lined with stones. It is often filled with hot coals and covered with vegetation to create a smoky flavor.
Synonyms
- underground oven
- earth oven
- fire pit
