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pulp

 

[ pʌlp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in cooking

Pulp refers to the soft, moist, and usually fibrous material that remains after the juice has been extracted from fruits or vegetables. It is often used in cooking to add flavor, texture, and nutrients to dishes.

Synonyms

mash, paste, puree

Examples of usage

  • The recipe calls for adding the pulp of the tomatoes to the sauce.
  • She strained the orange juice to remove the pulp before serving.
  • I prefer my orange juice with pulp for extra fiber.
  • The mango pulp gives a rich and fruity flavor to the dessert.
  • Carrot pulp can be used in muffins for added moisture.
Context #2 | Noun

in literature

Pulp refers to a type of popular fiction published on cheap paper made from wood pulp. Pulp fiction typically features fast-paced, action-packed stories with colorful characters and exciting plots.

Synonyms

dime novel, penny dreadful, popular fiction

Examples of usage

  • He enjoys reading pulp novels for entertainment.
  • The pulp magazines of the early 20th century were filled with adventure stories.
  • Pulp fiction often incorporates elements of mystery and suspense.
  • The pulp genre includes genres like science fiction, crime, and romance.
  • The pulp tradition continues in modern graphic novels and comic books.

Translations

Translations of the word "pulp" in other languages:

🇵🇹 polpa

🇮🇳 गूदा

🇩🇪 Zellstoff

🇮🇩 bubur

🇺🇦 м'якоть

🇵🇱 miazga

🇯🇵 パルプ

🇫🇷 pulpe

🇪🇸 pulpa

🇹🇷 posası

🇰🇷 펄프

🇸🇦 لُب

🇨🇿 dřeň

🇸🇰 dužina

🇨🇳 纸浆

🇸🇮 kaša

🇮🇸 massa

🇰🇿 целлюлоза

🇬🇪 ცელულოზა

🇦🇿 sellüloza

🇲🇽 pulpa

Etymology

The word 'pulp' originated in the late 15th century, derived from the Latin word 'pulpa' meaning 'fleshy part of fruit.' Over time, the term evolved to describe the soft and fibrous material found in fruits and vegetables. In the early 20th century, 'pulp' became associated with cheap fiction magazines printed on low-quality paper made from wood pulp, hence giving rise to the term 'pulp fiction.' Today, 'pulp' is used in various contexts, from cooking to literature, highlighting its versatile nature.

See also: pulpy.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,533 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.