Breadfruit (Noun)
Meaning 1
Native to Pacific islands and having edible fruit with a texture like bread.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- In some Pacific islands, breadfruit trees have been cultivated for centuries for their starchy edible fruit that tastes similar to freshly baked bread when cooked.
- During his expedition, the explorer stumbled upon a native tribe on a remote Pacific island, and they welcomed him with roasted breadfruit, which they shared with great generosity.
- Freshly baked bread was hard to find on the tropical island, but a similar comfort could be derived from eating warm, toasted breadfruit slices with melted coconut butter.
- For traditional celebrations on this small island nation, tables were filled with exotic dishes including an aromatic, boiled, or mashed delicacy of green breadfruit from a favorite ancestral recipe.
- From stews and purees to pancakes and pizza, Pacific Islanders showed that with creative preparations and open imagination, they made incredible delicacies using local food resources including boiled and grated green breadfruit.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
A large round seedless or seeded fruit with a texture like bread; eaten boiled or baked or roasted or ground into flour; the roasted seeds resemble chestnuts.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The breadfruit tree in our backyard produced a bountiful harvest of large, green fruits that we enjoyed boiled and mashed.
- In some Caribbean islands, breadfruit is a staple food that is often roasted or baked and served as a side dish.
- The roasted seeds of the breadfruit have a delicious nutty flavor and can be eaten as a snack.
- Breadfruit flour is a popular gluten-free alternative to traditional wheat flour and can be used to make a variety of baked goods.
- In many tropical regions, breadfruit is a versatile fruit that can be eaten at various stages of ripeness, from green and starchy to yellow and sweet.