noun

portobello

Portobello (noun) means a large, mature mushroom variety, actually the fully grown form of the common button mushroom. Example: “She grilled portobello caps as a meat-free burger patty.”

noun

A large, mature mushroom variety, actually the fully grown form of the common button mushroom.

"She grilled portobello caps as a meat-free burger patty."

How to use portobello

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA big, meaty mushroom often grilled or used as a burger substitute.

Common pairings

portobello mushroom grilled portobello

Word forms

portobellos plural

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Etymology

First used commercially around 1985, likely a marketing name; possibly connected to Portobello Road in London.

· First attested 1985

Class of 1985 portobello joined the language around 1985.

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Rhymes for portobello

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Frequently asked questions

What does “portobello” mean?

The word “portobello” means a large, mature mushroom variety, actually the fully grown form of the common button mushroom. In plain terms, a big, meaty mushroom often grilled or used as a burger substitute.

How do you use “portobello” in a sentence?

Here is “portobello” used in a sentence: “She grilled portobello caps as a meat-free burger patty.”

What part of speech is “portobello”?

“Portobello” is a noun.

Where does the word “portobello” come from?

The word “portobello” dates back to around 1985. First used commercially around 1985, likely a marketing name; possibly connected to Portobello Road in London.