Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
olivedo
Noun
/oʊˈlɪv.eɪ.doʊ/
Definition
A type of small fruit-bearing shrub or tree, often noted for its edible olives.
Examples
- The olivedo in the garden was heavy with ripening olives.
- We visited a farm where the olivedo was harvested for its oil.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘olivedo’ typically refers to an olive tree, which is famous for producing olives used in cooking and oil production.
Synonyms
- Olive tree
- Olea europea