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Definition of naranjilla

naranjilla

/ˌnɑː.rɑːnˈhiː.jə/
na · ran · jil · la
Plural:naranjillas
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naranjilla Lexical Profile

• noun

1

The small, bright orange fruit of a South American nightshade plant, characterized by its green pulp and a tart, citrus-like flavor reminiscent of lime and rhubarb.

Example

"During our trip to Ecuador, we cooled off with a refreshing glass of juice made from freshly squeezed naranjilla."

2

A subtropical shrub (Solanum quitoense) native to the Andes mountains of South America, cultivated primarily for its edible, juice-producing fruit.

Example

"The greenhouse was carefully climate-controlled to mimic the Andean highlands so the naranjilla could thrive and bear fruit."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish 'naranjilla', literally meaning 'little orange', formed from 'naranja' (orange) and the diminutive suffix '-illa'.

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