okra
4 synonyms for okra, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A green, ridged vegetable pod eaten cooked, known for its sticky texture when cut and used to thicken stews.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use okra
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fried okra
okra and tomatoes
a pod of okra
Etymology
Traces back to a West African language, likely Igbo, and arrived in English via the transatlantic slave trade, alongside the plant itself.
Full origin of okra →Frequently asked questions
What does “okra” mean?
The word “okra” means a green, ridged vegetable pod eaten cooked, known for its sticky texture when cut and used to thicken stews. In plain terms, a green vegetable pod, popular in Southern US, West African, and South Asian cooking, famous for going slimy when cooked.
How do you pronounce “okra”?
“Okra” is pronounced OK-ruh (/ˈoʊkɹə/ in IPA).
How do you use “okra” in a sentence?
Here is “okra” used in a sentence: “She fried the okra with cornmeal and onions.”
What is another word for “okra”?
Words with a similar meaning to “okra” include bandikai, bhindi, gumbo and ladyfinger.
What part of speech is “okra”?
“Okra” is a noun.
