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Definition of tucuma
tucuma
/tuːˈkuːmə/
tu · cu · ma
Plural:tucumas
tucuma Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
12
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
The edible, orange-fleshed fruit of a thorny palm tree native to the Amazon rainforest, noted for its high beta-carotene content and its common use in local cuisine and cosmetic oils.
Example
"In local markets, it is common to find sandwiches filled with melted cheese and freshly sliced tucuma."
2
A tall, thorny palm tree (Astrocaryum aculeatum) native to the Amazon basin, valued for its nutritious fruit, resilient wood, and the strong fibers extracted from its leaves.
Example
"Artisans use the durable fibers of the tucuma to weave traditional hammocks, baskets, and fishing nets."
• Rhymes for tucuma
Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Portuguese 'tucumã', which ultimately derives from the Old Tupi word 'tukumã'.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tucuma. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tucuma