coca Meaning & Definition
ˈkō-kə
What Does Coca Mean?
Coca is a noun that means any of several South American shrubs (genus Erythroxylon, family Erythroxylaceae). It is also used to mean one (E. coca) that is the primary source of cocaine.
Coca at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkō-kə/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | erythroxylon coca |
| Plural | cocas |
| First known use | 1670 |
Coca Definition (Noun)
- any of several South American shrubs (genus Erythroxylon, family Erythroxylaceae)
- one (E. coca) that is the primary source of cocaine
- dried leaves of a coca (especially Erythroxylon coca) containing alkaloids including cocaine
Synonyms of Coca
erythroxylon coca
Coca synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
coca
cocas
coca (usually uncountable, plural cocas)
coca (plural cocas)
Words That Rhyme With Coca
Origin of Coca
Origin 1: Spanish, from Quechua kuka
Origin 2: Borrowed from Spanish coca, from Quechua kuka, perhaps from Aymara.
Origin 3: Borrowed from Catalan coca. Doublet of cake.
First Known Use
1670
Coca Pronunciation
The standard pronunciation of coca is /ˈkō-kə/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (kō).
Frequently Asked Questions About Coca
What part of speech is coca?
Coca is a noun.
What is another word for coca?
Close synonyms of coca are erythroxylon coca. See the full list of coca synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of coca?
The plural of coca is cocas.