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Definition of ilama
ilama
/iːˈlɑːmə/
i · la · ma
Plural:ilamas
ilama Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A sweet, tropical fruit native to Central America, characterized by a thick, pale green or pinkish rind and creamy flesh that tastes similar to a cherimoya or sugar apple.
Example
"We bought a fresh ilama at the local market to enjoy as a refreshing afternoon dessert."
2
The tropical Central American tree belonging to the Annonaceae family that cultivates and bears the ilama fruit.
Example
"The farmer planted several ilama saplings in the orchard, hoping they would thrive in the humid, tropical climate."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish 'ilama', deriving from the Nahuatl word 'ilamatzapotl', which literally translates to 'old woman's sapote' ('ilamatl' meaning old woman and 'tzapotl' meaning soft, sweet fruit).
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ilama. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ilama