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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   An unrefined sugar product typical of Latin America, which is basically a solid piece of sucrose and fructose obtained from the boiling and evaporation of sugarcane. uncountable
2. 2
   A white, fresh, and smooth Mexican cheese of pasteurized cow's milk similar to Indian paneer. uncountable

Synonyms

All synonyms

pilonpilon

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish panela.

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