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Definition of peumo
peumo
/ˈpeɪ.moʊ/
peu · mo
Plural:peumos
peumo Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
An aromatic evergreen tree (Cryptocarya alba) native to the central valleys of Chile, known for its dense canopy, hard wood, and historical significance to indigenous cultures.
Example
"During our hike through the coastal cordillera, we rested in the dense shade of an ancient peumo."
2
The small, edible red fruit produced by the peumo tree, which is traditionally boiled in warm water before consumption to remove its natural bitterness.
Example
"At the rural market, the vendor explained the traditional method for preparing the peumo so it would be palatable."
Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Mapudungun 'pewmu', referring to the native evergreen tree of central Chile.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Peumo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/peumo