momo

[ moh-moh ]

noun

, plural mo·mo, mo·mos.

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of momo¹

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

Example Sentences

Special correspondent Momo Nagayama contributed to this report.

From Los Angeles Times

Special correspondent Momo Nagayama contributed to this report.

From Los Angeles Times

King Momo said after Mayor Eduardo Paes bestowed upon him a gigantic, silver and gold key.

From Seattle 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

Tourists stepping off a cruise ship coming from Argentina were greeted by the sounds of samba and the soon-to-be-crowned King Momo — before having their bags scoured.

From Seattle Times