adobo
/adˈoʊboʊ/Definitions
1. noun
A spicy stew or sauce originating from the Philippines, typically made from vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and chili peppers, used as a marinade or a condiment.
“The family cooked a delicious adobo for dinner using chicken and vegetables.”
2. verb
To cook or prepare food in the style of adobo, especially by marinating it in a mixture of vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and chili peppers.
“The chef adoboed the chicken for several hours before grilling it.”
3. noun
A style of cooking originating from the Philippines, characterized by the use of vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and chili peppers.
“The restaurant served traditional Filipino adobo for lunch.”
4. noun
A type of container or vessel used for cooking or serving adobo, typically a clay pot or a ceramic dish.
“The family cooked their adobo in a large clay pot.”