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Definition of icaco
icaco
/iːˈkɑːkoʊ/
i · ca · co
Plural:icacos
icaco Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
• noun
1
A tropical shrub or small tree native to the coastal beaches and inland areas of the Americas and the Caribbean, recognized by its dense foliage and tolerance to salt.
Example
"The landscaper planted several icaco shrubs along the beachfront to provide a natural windbreak and stabilize the sandy soil."
2
The sweet, plum-like fruit of the icaco tree, characterized by a pink or dark purple skin and white flesh, often eaten fresh or used to make jellies and preserves.
Example
"Local market vendors sold jars of sweet preserve made entirely from the wild icaco gathered near the coast."
Synonyms
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Spanish 'icaco' or 'hicaco', borrowed from the Arawakan (Taíno) word 'hikako', the indigenous name for the cocoplum.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Icaco. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/icaco