Star Apple (Noun)
Meaning
Evergreen tree of West Indies and Central America having edible purple fruit star-shaped in cross section and dark green leaves with golden silky undersides.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The star apple is prized in its native region for its sweet, slightly acidic taste and unique star-shaped cross-section.
- Locals often eat the star apple fresh or use it to make jams and preserves in the West Indies.
- In some parts of Central America, the star apple is more valued for its beautiful dark green leaves with golden silky undersides than its edible fruit.
- Many visitors to these tropical regions try the star apple for the first time at roadside stands and markets selling the fruit.
- In some countries the star apple tree is cultivated primarily for its beauty and ability to shade large areas.