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jackfruit

/ˈdʒækfruːt/ noun · British & US
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What does jackfruit mean?

noun

A tropical tree (Artocarpus heterophyllus) native to parts of Asia and Africa, widely cultivated for its large, edible fruit. The fruit is a multiple fruit, formed from the merging of multiple ovaries of a single flower.

Example

"The jackfruit is a popular ingredient in many Indian and Southeast Asian dishes, including curries and stir-fries."

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