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Meaning of elote | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
/ɛˈləʊteɪ/

Definitions

  1. Corn (maize) harvested before reaching full maturity.
    uncountable
  2. A street food dish originating in Central America, but now also popular in the United States, consisting of corn on the cob which is grilled or boiled and served on a stick, typically with toppings such as cheese, chili powder, mayonnaise, and lime juice.
    countable, uncountable

Examples

“I love elotes, esquites and arepas. I really love it in ice cream and pudding; if you haven't had these delicacies, do it now.”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

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