momo

American  

[moh-moh] / ˈmoʊ moʊ /

noun

plural

momo, momos

1. a steamed or fried dumpling, typical of South Asian cuisine.

---

Etymology

Origin of momo

First recorded in 1920–25, momo is from Tibetan momo, mog mog

Example Sentences

Momo Dovalina, 47, is an experienced hiker who organizes regular meetups to summit local peaks.

From Los Angeles Times

One of the world’s greatest investors, Stanley Druckenmiller, became a momo, and—give him credit—admitted it.

From The Wall Street Journal

She finished with a total score of 184.25 - two points clear of Fukada, whose compatriot Momo Suzuki was third with 166.75.

From BBC

Special correspondent Momo Nagayama contributed to this report.

From Los Angeles Times

Momo, played this year by Caio Cesar Dutra, is charged with “presiding over Carnival festivities, participating in the parades and costume competitions, and promoting the joy of partygoers,” City Hall said in its official gazette on Friday.

From Seattle Times