plantain

Meanings

• noun

  A type of large, starchy banana.

  - "The plantain is a popular ingredient in many savory dishes."
  - "Fried plantains are a common side dish in Latin American cuisine."

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Synonyms

fleawort , waybread

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with plantain
rain , chains , pains

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Variants

List of all variants of plantain that leads to same result
plantain , plantains , plantain lilies , plantain lily , rattlesnake plantain , rattlesnake plantains , water plantain , water plantains , funkia , hosta , hostas

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Etymology

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The word 'plantain' comes from the Spanish word 'plátano', which means 'flat'. Plantains are so named because of their flat, broad leaves.

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Trivia

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1. Plantains are rich in vitamins A and C.

2. Plantains are often cooked before eating to make them easier to digest.

3. Plantains are a good source of fiber and potassium.

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Related Concepts

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1. banana: Plantains are often confused with bananas, but they are actually a different fruit. Plantains are larger, starchier, and have thicker skin than bananas.

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Culture

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Plantains have been a staple food in many cultures for centuries. They are widely used in Latin American, Caribbean, and West African cuisines. In some cultures, plantains are cooked and served as a savory dish, while in others they are eaten sweet as a dessert.

How to Memorize "plantain"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a large, green plantain with its flat leaves and thick skin.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'plantain' with 'savory' or 'starchy' to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'P is for Plantain, Packs a Plenty' to remember the word.

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