Definition

1. Noun:
   • A tropical tree native to the Pacific Islands: Artocarpus communis is the scientific name for a specific species of tree. Its common name is the breadfruit tree.
   • The edible fruit of this tree: The term can also refer to the large, starchy fruit produced by this tree, which is a staple food in many tropical regions.

Usage Examples

• Noun (referring to the tree):
  • The villagers planted several Artocarpus communis to provide shade and future food.
  • Botanists study the growth patterns of Artocarpus communis in different climates.
• Noun (referring to the fruit):
  • The main ingredient in the dish is roasted Artocarpus communis.
  • When cooked, the flesh of Artocarpus communis has a texture similar to freshly baked bread.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical or scientific contexts: The term is used for precise identification in academic, agricultural, or ecological writing.
  • The study compared the yield of Artocarpus communis with other staple crops.

Variants and Related Words

• Breadfruit (n): The common English name for both the tree and the fruit of .
  • Breadfruit is often roasted, fried, or boiled.
• Artocarpus altilis (n): A synonymous scientific name for the same species.
• Artocarpus (n): The genus name, which includes other related trees like the jackfruit ().

Synonyms

• Breadfruit tree: The common name for the tree.
• Breadfruit: The common name for the fruit of the tree.

Related Phrases

• Breadfruit pulp: The soft, edible part inside the fruit.
• Breadfruit seed: The large seed found in some varieties of the fruit.

Noun

1. native to Pacific islands and having edible fruit with a texture like bread