Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

abóbora

noun
/aˈbɔ.bɾɐ/
Definition
A type of gourd which is typically round, orange, and edible.
Examples
  • I made a delicious pumpkin pie using fresh abóbora.
  • The abóbora is a key ingredient in many fall dishes.
  • During Halloween, we often carve abóboras to create jack-o’-lanterns.
Meaning
Abóbora refers to pumpkin in English, a popular vegetable used in various cuisines.
Synonyms
  • pumpkin
  • gourd
  • squash