What does COCOA mean?

Parts of Speech

Cocoa is a noun.

Definitions

Cocoa is a powder made from roasted, husked, and ground seeds of the cacao, a tropical tree. It can also refer to a hot drink made from cocoa powder and milk or water.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈkoʊ.koʊ/

UK: /ˈkəʊ.kəʊ/

Origin and Usage

The word "cocoa" comes from the Spanish word "cacao," which is derived from the Nahuatl word "cacahuatl." Cocoa has been cultivated for thousands of years in Central and South America, and was introduced to Europe in the 16th century. Today, cocoa is used in a variety of ways, including as an ingredient in chocolate, as a flavoring in baked goods and desserts, and as a hot beverage.

Synonyms

Chocolate powder, cacao powder, hot chocolate mix.

Related Words

Cacao, choco, coact, coati, cotan.

Example Sentences

• She added a spoonful of cocoa powder to her smoothie.
• He likes to drink hot cocoa on cold winter nights.
• Cocoa is an important ingredient in many desserts, including chocolate cake and brownies.