carob

noun

car·ob ˈker-əb

ˈka-rəb

: a Mediterranean evergreen leguminous tree (Ceratonia siliqua) with racemose red flowers

: a pod of the carob tree or its sweet pulp having a flavor similar to that of chocolate

Examples of carob in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Tailored for adult dogs, these chewable supplements come in a delightful peanut butter and carob chip flavor that appeals to even the most selective of pups. —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 1 Aug. 2023 Like many other vegan scoop shops, Mr. Ocampo’s does not add mix-ins to his ice cream, so people with allergies can choose their own additions — toppings like chocolate or carob chips. —

Christina Morales, New York Times, 10 July 2023 The aroma and flavor are somewhat similar to a cross between carob and chicory. —

Krista Simmons, Sunset Magazine, 19 Apr. 2023 There will be eight staples, including bacon, banana cream, blueberry, cheese, peanut butter and carob. —

Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2023 Diet books from the 1970s heavily feature carob, Tab, and grapefruit. —

Your Fat Friend, SELF, 3 Apr. 2020 Additional notes of carob, chicory, black pepper, Chinese star anise, cloves, and cassia oil round out this flavorful, warm cuppa. —

Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2019 Among others, the trove features olives, eggs, figs, carob, almonds, lentils and a loaf of bread sliced into eight pieces. —

Meilan Solly, Smithsonian, 27 July 2019 Almond and carob are two of the region’s most enduring crops. —

Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 July 2019 See More

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