Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cebola
noun
/seˈbɔ.lɐ/
Definition
A bulbous vegetable with a strong flavor, commonly used in cooking.
Examples
- She chopped the cebola for the salad.
- The dish requires one large cebola finely diced.
- Adding cebola enhances the flavor of the stew.
Meaning
Cebola is the Portuguese word for ‘onion’, which is a staple in many culinary traditions, known for its distinctive taste and aroma.
Synonyms
- cebola-roxa (red onion)
- cebola-branca (white onion)
- alho-poró (leek)