pepita en · NOUN
Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish pepita.
Meanings
- An edible seed from a pumpkin or similar squash, which may - after being roasted (and, if needed, shelled) - be eaten as a snack or used as an ingredient in cooking.
- A gold nugget, or pepito.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| pepitas | Number=Plur | lexicographic |