Banana — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /bə-ˈna-nə/ ba·nana

Meaning & Definition of Banana

Banana (noun)

  1. an elongated usually tapering tropical fruit with soft pulpy flesh enclosed in a soft usually yellow rind
  2. any of several widely cultivated perennial often treelike herbs (genus Musa of the family Musaceae, the banana family) bearing bananas in compact pendent bunches

Banana (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in comedian, wit

    similar: comedian, comedienne, comic, droll, farceur, funnyman, gagger, gagman, gagster, humorist, joker, jokester, merry-andrew, stand-up, top banana, wag, wit, mime, mimic, mummer, pantaloon, antic (archaic), fool, gracioso, jester, motley, scaramouch, cutup, madcap, buffo, buffoon, clown, harlequin, zany

  2. as in comedian, second banana

    similar: comedian, comedienne, comic, droll, farceur, funnyman, gagger, gagman, gagster, humorist, joker, jokester, merry-andrew, second banana, stand-up, wag, wit, mime, mimic, mummer, pantaloon, antic (archaic), fool, gracioso, jester, motley, scaramouch, cutup, madcap, buffo, buffoon, clown, harlequin, zany

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Banana

The most common words with a similar meaning to Banana:

Archaic: antic
comedian, comedienne, comic, droll, farceur, funnyman, gagger, gagman, gagster, humorist, joker, jokester, merry-andrew, stand-up, top banana, wag, wit, mime, mimic, mummer, pantaloon, fool, gracioso, jester, motley, scaramouch, cutup, madcap, buffo, buffoon, clown, harlequin, zany, second banana

Origin & Etymology of Banana

Spanish or Portuguese; Spanish, from Portuguese, of African origin; akin to Wolof banaana banana

First known use: 1597

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Banana

Words & Phrases Containing Banana

banana bread, banana clip, banana oil, banana pepper, banana republic, banana seat, banana split, second banana

Frequently Asked Questions about Banana

What does "Banana" mean?

"Banana" means an elongated usually tapering tropical fruit with soft pulpy flesh enclosed in a soft usually yellow rind. As a noun, it is defined as: an elongated usually tapering tropical fruit with soft pulpy flesh enclosed in a soft usually yellow rind. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Banana"?

Other words for "Banana" include comedian, comedienne, comic, droll, farceur, funnyman, gagger and gagman. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Banana" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Banana"?

There are 35 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Banana". Common alternatives include comedian, comedienne, comic, droll, farceur, funnyman, gagger, gagman, gagster and humorist.

Is "Banana" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Banana" is a noun.

Is "Banana" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Banana" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Banana"?

"Banana" is pronounced /bə-ˈna-nə/ and divided into syllables as ba·nana.

What is the origin of the word "Banana"?

"Banana" comes from Spanish or Portuguese; Spanish, from Portuguese, of African origin; akin to Wolof banaana banana. First known use: 1597.

What is another word for "Banana" meaning "as in comedian, wit"?

When "Banana" (noun) means as in comedian, wit, synonyms include comedian, comedienne, comic, droll, farceur and funnyman.