carob

/ˈkærɒb/

Definitions

1. noun

the dried fruit of the carob tree, used as a food and as a substitute for cocoa; it is a brown or reddish-brown pod that contains several seeds.

“The health food store sells carob chips as a low-caffeine alternative to chocolate.”

Synonyms

  • cocoa substitute
  • locust bean

Antonyms

  • chocolate
  • cocoa