Tabasco
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Name — A state in southeastern Mexico.
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Etymology
The origin of the state's name is debated, with proposed roots in Nahuatl or Mayan; the hot sauce takes its name from the state and the chili pepper grown there, and was popularized in the United States from the 1870s by the McIlhenny Company.
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What does “Tabasco” mean?
The word “Tabasco” means a state in southeastern Mexico. In plain terms, most often refers to the well-known brand of hot pepper sauce, or the Mexican state it's named after.
How do you pronounce “Tabasco”?
“Tabasco” is pronounced tuh-BAS-koh (/təˈbæskəʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Tabasco” in a sentence?
Here is “Tabasco” used in a sentence: “The chili pepper used in the hot sauce is named after the Mexican state of Tabasco.”
What part of speech is “Tabasco”?
Depending on how it is used, “Tabasco” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Tabasco” come from?
The word “Tabasco” dates back to around 1870 and comes from Nahuatl.
How many meanings does “Tabasco” have?
“Tabasco” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a state in southeastern Mexico.