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Litchi (Noun)

Meaning 1

Chinese fruit having a thin brittle shell enclosing a sweet jellylike pulp and a single seed; often dried.

Classification

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

Examples

  • Litchi trees are usually found in tropical or subtropical regions and require a specific climate to grow and thrive.
  • Steamed or dried litchi can be a tasty and healthier alternative snack for kids.
  • Her mother purchased litchi fruit to decorate their Christmas tree as the colorful seeds create beautiful decorations when polished and dyed.
  • While vacationing in Guangzhou, Mark first discovered his love for the intoxicating sweetness of dried litchi and would often bring boxes back home as gifts for loved ones.
  • The delicate litchi flowers were admired by walkers strolling through the countryside during the scorching Chinese summer months.

Synonyms

  • Lichi
  • Litchee
  • Litchi Nut
  • Lichee
  • Lychee
  • Leechee

Meaning 2

Chinese tree cultivated especially in Philippines and India for its edible fruit; sometimes placed in genus Nephelium.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The litchi is a tropical tree that requires specific conditions to grow and produce its fruit successfully.
  • Farmers in the region often cultivate litchi trees due to their economic and nutritional value.
  • India and the Philippines are among the countries that produce litchi commercially and for local consumption.
  • A single litchi tree can yield hundreds of pounds of fruit in a year under optimal conditions.
  • During peak season, fresh litchi can be purchased from street vendors in cities where it is commonly cultivated.

Synonyms

  • Lichee
  • Litchi Tree
  • Litchi Chinensis
  • Nephelium Litchi
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