tapioca

 
Pronunciation: /ˌtapɪˈəʊkə/

noun

[mass noun]
  • a starchy substance in the form of hard white grains, obtained from cassava and used in cookery for puddings and other dishes.

Origin:

early 18th century: from Tupi-Guarani tipioca, from tipi 'dregs' + og, ok 'squeeze out'