gumbo
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Definition
A thick, flavorful stew from the southern United States, especially Louisiana, typically made with meat or seafood, vegetables, and a strong seasoning, often thickened with okra or filé powder.
Usage & Nuances
"Gumbo" is strongly associated with Louisiana Creole and Cajun cuisine. It is a specific regional dish, not just any stew or soup. Okra and filé powder are classic thickeners, and seafood, chicken, or sausage are common ingredients. Not used as a general word for soup.
Example Sentences
My grandmother makes delicious gumbo every winter.
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Gumbo is a traditional dish from Louisiana.
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The chef added okra to the gumbo for flavor.
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That seafood gumbo we tried in New Orleans was incredible!
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I wish I knew how to cook gumbo like the locals do.
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Whenever it gets cold, nothing warms me up like a bowl of gumbo.
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