Is eggplant and brinjal the same?

Eggplant and brinjal are two common names for the same plant species, Solanum melongena, which belongs to the nightshade family. The plant produces edible fruit commonly known as eggplant or aubergine. The names 'eggplant' and 'brinjal' are used interchangeably in different regions and cultures. In North America, the term 'eggplant' is more prevalent, while in British English and many parts of the world, the term 'brinjal' is commonly used. Both names refer to the same botanical species and are used to describe the same vegetable.