pinguinPronunciation: /ˈpɪŋgwɪn/ (also pingwing /ˈpɪŋwɪŋ/)Definition of pinguin noun a large prickly plant related to the pineapple, native to tropical America and the Caribbean. Its fruit is edible but contains enzymes that can irritate the throat. Bromelia pinguin, family Bromeliaceae Origin: late 17th century: of unknown origin