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gumbo

[ˈɡʌmbəʊ]

gumbo Definition

a soup or stew thickened with okra pods or filé powder, typically containing meat or seafood and vegetables, especially onions, peppers, and celery.

Using gumbo: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gumbo" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I had gumbo for lunch today.

  • Example

    Gumbo is a popular dish in Louisiana.

  • Example

    The recipe calls for chicken and sausage gumbo.

gumbo Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for gumbo

Phrases with gumbo

  • filé gumbo

    a type of gumbo thickened with powdered sassafras leaves

    Example

    I prefer filé gumbo over okra gumbo.

  • a type of gumbo made with seafood such as shrimp, crab, and oysters

    Example

    The restaurant's seafood gumbo is their specialty.

  • a type of gumbo made with chicken and sausage as the main ingredients

    Example

    My grandmother's chicken and sausage gumbo recipe is the best.

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Summary: gumbo in Brief

Gumbo [ˈɡʌmbəʊ] is a thick soup or stew that is typically made with okra pods or filé powder as a thickening agent. It usually contains meat or seafood, onions, peppers, and celery. Varieties include filé gumbo, seafood gumbo, and chicken and sausage gumbo.

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