jambolan
jambolan Lexical Profile
jambolan Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A large, evergreen tropical tree (Syzygium cumini) in the myrtle family, native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, valued for its dense timber and edible fruits.
"The farmers planted a row of jambolan trees to provide shade and harvest their sweet, astringent fruits during the summer months."
The edible, dark purple, plum-like fruit of the jambolan tree, known for its sweet but highly astringent flavor that leaves a dry sensation in the mouth.
"After eating a handful of ripe jambolans, her tongue was temporarily stained a deep, vivid purple."
Word Origin & Etymology
From Portuguese 'jambolão', which derives from Marathi or Konkani 'jāmbhuḷ' and ultimately from Sanskrit 'jambu', referring to the rose apple or similar fruits.
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