noun

paloma

Paloma (noun) means a cocktail made with tequila, lime juice, and grapefruit soda. Example: “She ordered a paloma instead of her usual margarita.”

noun

A cocktail made with tequila, lime juice, and grapefruit soda.

"She ordered a paloma instead of her usual margarita."

"The bar was known for making the best paloma in town."

How to use paloma

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA refreshing tequila-based cocktail popular in Mexico, similar in spirit to a margarita but made with grapefruit soda.

Common pairings

order a paloma a paloma cocktail

Word forms

palomas plural

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Etymology

From Spanish paloma, meaning "dove".

Origin: Spanish

Rhymes for paloma

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Frequently asked questions

What does “paloma” mean?

The word “paloma” means a cocktail made with tequila, lime juice, and grapefruit soda. In plain terms, a refreshing tequila-based cocktail popular in Mexico, similar in spirit to a margarita but made with grapefruit soda.

How do you use “paloma” in a sentence?

Here is “paloma” used in a sentence: “She ordered a paloma instead of her usual margarita.”

What part of speech is “paloma”?

“Paloma” is a noun.

Where does the word “paloma” come from?

The word “paloma” comes from Spanish. From Spanish paloma, meaning "dove".

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