pilon en · NOUN
Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish pilón.
Meanings
- (Latin-America) A conical loaf of sugar.
- (Texas) A gratuity given by tradesmen to customers settling their accounts.
- A heap of tobacco arranged for fermentation.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| pilones | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| pilons | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
Synonyms
piloncillo (sugar loaf) · pilonce (sugar loaf) · panela (sugar loaf)