Meaning
The edible immature mucilaginous seed pod (properly, capsule) of the Abelmoschus esculentus.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From an unknown West African language, probably Igbo ọ́kụ̀rụ̀ but cf. Akan ŋkrũmã and ŋkrakra (“broth”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ladies' fingersbandikaibhindigumboladyfinger
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 10 recorded puzzles: