dika
Definition
- Noun:
- A tropical African tree: A tree (Irvingia gabonensis) native to West and Central Africa, known for its edible yellow fruit that resembles a mango.
- A source of valuable products: The tree is valued for its oil-rich seeds (often called dika nuts or ogbono) and its durable, termite-resistant timber.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The dika tree is an important source of food and income for many communities.
- Dika nuts are ground to make a thickening agent for soups and stews.
Advanced Usage
- "Dika bread": A traditional food product made from processed dika nuts.
- Dika bread is a nutritious staple in some regions.
Variants and Related Words
- Dika nut (n): The seed of the dika tree, used in cooking.
- The soup was thickened with ground dika nut.
- Ogbono (n): Another name for the seeds of the dika tree, commonly used in West African cuisine.
- Ogbono soup is a popular Nigerian dish.
Synonyms
- Wild mango: A common name for the dika tree, referring to its mango-like fruit.
- African mango: Another name highlighting the tree's origin and fruit type.
Noun
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African tree with edible yellow fruit resembling mangos; valued for its oil-rich seed and hardy green wood that resists termites
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