Lichee (Noun)
Meaning 1
Chinese tree cultivated especially in Philippines and India for its edible fruit; sometimes placed in genus Nephelium.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The local market sells fresh lichee from the nearby orchard, perfect for a summer snack.
- A lichee tree is the centerpiece of the Chinese garden in the park, beautiful and ornamental.
- Lichee is a popular fruit in the Philippines, where it is eaten fresh or used in desserts.
- Try pairing lichee with rambutan for a tropical fruit salad that is both sweet and tangy.
- According to legend, the lichee was introduced to China over 4,000 years ago and was considered a delicacy.
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Meaning 2
Chinese fruit having a thin brittle shell enclosing a sweet jellylike pulp and a single seed; often dried.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.