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Definition of okra
okra
/ˈoʊ.krə/
o · kra
Plural:okras
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CEFR
B2
Grade
4
Tier
2
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• noun
1
The long, ridged green seed pods of the okra plant, eaten as a vegetable and commonly used to thicken soups and stews due to their naturally mucilaginous texture.
Example
"She added a handful of chopped okra to the gumbo to help thicken the savory broth."
2
A tall annual flowering plant in the mallow family (Abelmoschus esculentus), cultivated in tropical and warm temperate climates for its edible green pods.
Example
"The farmer planted a long row of okra alongside the tomatoes and bell peppers."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Late 18th century: derived from Igbo 'ọ́kụ̀rụ̀', reflecting the plant's West African origins before it was introduced to the Americas.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Okra. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/okra