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
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.