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Carob - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Carob is a sweet, edible pod from the carob tree, often used as a chocolate substitute in baking and cooking. It is also ground into flour or made into syrup.

carob

/ˈkɛrəb/ /ˈkærəb/

Definition:

A Mediterranean tree or its edible pods, often used as a chocolate substitute.

Synonyms:

locust bean, St. John's bread, algarroba

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

chocolate, cocoa

Common Collocations:

carob powder, carob chips, carob syrup, carob flour

Derivatives:

carobs, carob-based

Usage Tips:

Use "carob" to refer to the pod or its products when discussing healthy alternatives to chocolate.

Common Phrases:

sweet as carob, carob-coated nuts, carob-flavored treats

Etymology:

Derived from Arabic "kharrūb," via Medieval Latin "carrubium."

Examples:

  • 1. She loves baking with carob instead of chocolate.
  • 2. Carob pods are naturally sweet and nutritious.
  • 3. The health food store sells carob chips for desserts.
  • 4. He sprinkled carob powder over his morning oatmeal.

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