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Definition of kundong

kundong

/kʊnˈdɒŋ/
kun · dong
Plural:kundongs
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kundong Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The small, round, yellowish-orange fruit of the kundong tree, noted for its sharply acidic flavor and widely used in traditional Southeast Asian cooking or eaten fresh.

Example

"The chef added sliced kundong to the fish stew to impart a bright, tangy acidity characteristic of regional Malaysian cuisine."

2

A tropical evergreen tree (Garcinia parvifolia) native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei, closely related to the mangosteen.

Example

"During our botanical survey in Borneo, we identified a mature kundong growing in the understory of the primary rainforest."

• Rhymes for kundong

• Nearby Words

kumbaya
kumquat
kunchikal
kundong
kune falls
kunlun
kunming

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from local Malay and indigenous Bornean languages, referring to the native Garcinia parvifolia plant.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kundong. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kundong
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