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Definition of charichuelo

charichuelo

/ˌtʃɑːriˈtʃweɪloʊ/
cha · ri · chue · lo
Plural:charichuelos
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charichuelo Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A tropical fruit native to the Andes and the Amazon basin, characterized by a bumpy, yellow rind and sweet, aromatic white pulp, resembling a small lemon but botanically related to the mangosteen.

Example

"The farmers at the local Colombian market sold baskets of fresh charichuelo alongside other exotic tropical fruits."

2

The evergreen tree (Garcinia madruno) that bears the charichuelo fruit, known for its dense, pyramidal canopy and widespread cultivation in South and Central America.

Example

"The charichuelo thrives in humid, tropical climates, providing both dense shade and a reliable crop of tart, refreshing fruits."

Synonyms
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• Rhymes for charichuelo

• Nearby Words

chard
charente
chari
charichuelo
chariot
charleroi
charles

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from South American Spanish, originating from the local Andean and Amazonian name for the native fruit.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Charichuelo. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 19, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/charichuelo
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