Mammee Apple (Noun)
Meaning 1
Globular or ovoid tropical fruit with thick russet leathery rind and juicy yellow or reddish flesh.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The mammee apple is a popular fruit in many tropical countries, prized for its sweet and slightly tangy flavor.
- In the Caribbean, the mammee apple is often eaten fresh or used to make jams and preserves.
- The mammee apple tree is a large evergreen that produces fruit with a thick, russet-colored rind that's often mistaken for a potato.
- Mammee apples are rich in vitamins A and C, as well as minerals like potassium and iron, making them a nutritious addition to a balanced diet.
- In some parts of Central and South America, the mammee apple is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and inflammation.
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Meaning 2
Tropical American tree having edible fruit with a leathery rind.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.