Meaning of the word eggplant in English

What does eggplant mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

eggplant

US /ˈeɡ.plænt/
UK /ˈeɡ.plænt/
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Noun

1.

a plant of the nightshade family, bearing edible, dark purple, glossy fruit

Example:
She decided to grow eggplant in her garden this year.
The recipe calls for one large eggplant.
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