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Definition of peumo

peumo

/ˈpeɪ.moʊ/
peu · mo
Plural:peumos
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peumo Lexical Profile

• 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."

• Nearby Words

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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

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Peumo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/peumo
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