Pronunciation

/təˈmɑːtəʊ/

Definitions

Noun

A tomato is a round, red fruit with a slightly sweet and tangy taste, commonly used in cooking and salads. It belongs to the nightshade family (Solanaceae).

Verb

To tomato something (informal) means to apply or spread tomato sauce, salsa, or similar condiments on a dish. It can also metaphorically refer to emphasizing or highlighting something.

Adjective

• Tomato-red describes a vivid, deep red color similar to that of a ripe tomato.

Phrases

• “Add some tomato sauce to the pasta”
• “A plate of grilled tomatoes”
• “A tomato-based soup”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “I grew my own tomatoes in the garden this summer.”
• Verb: “She tomatoed the pizza with a generous amount of her homemade sauce.”
• Adjective: “The sun was setting, casting a tomato-red glow over the horizon.”

Synonyms

• Tomatoe
• Tomatoey
• Reddish
• Lycopene-rich
• Veggies

Antonyms

• Green (unripe)
• Yellow (overripe)
• Blemished