carob
(kærəb )
Word forms: carobs
1. variable noun
A carob or carob tree is a Mediterranean tree that stays green all year round. It has dark-brown fruit that tastes similar to chocolate.
2. uncountable noun [oft NOUN noun]
The dark-brown fruit of the carob tree can be referred to as carob. It is often made into powder and used instead of chocolate.
If you do yearn for chocolate, try a carob bar instead.
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