durion

Thân thiện

The durion tree bears large, spiky fruits among its broad leaves.

Definition

Noun: 1. A tropical tree (genus Durio) native to Southeast Asia: This refers specifically to the tree that produces the durian fruit. It is known for its large, oval fruit with a distinctive hard, spiny husk. 2. The fruit of this tree: The word can also refer to the fruit itself, which is famous for its strong odor, creamy texture, and large seeds. It is considered a delicacy in many parts of Southeast Asia.

Examples

• Noun (referring to the tree):
  • The durion is a tall evergreen tree that requires a tropical climate to thrive.
  • We visited a plantation with hundreds of durion trees.
• Noun (referring to the fruit):
  • The smell of the ripe durion filled the entire market.
  • He bought a whole durion and shared the segments with his family.

Advanced Usage

• The word "durion" is an older or less common spelling variant of the more standard modern English word "durian". In contemporary usage, "durian" is significantly more prevalent.
• It is often used in botanical or historical contexts.

Variants and Related Words

• Durian (n): The standard modern spelling for both the tree and the fruit.
• Durio (n): The scientific genus name for the group of trees that produce durian fruits.

Synonyms

• Durian tree (n): A clear synonym for the tree.
• King of fruits (n): A common nickname for the durian fruit, highlighting its esteemed status in Southeast Asian cuisine. (Note: This refers specifically to the fruit, not the tree).

Different Meanings

The word "durion" does not have common, distinctly different meanings. Its meaning is consistently tied to the tropical tree (Durio) and its fruit. The primary variation is in its spelling compared to "durian".

Học thuật

Noun

1. tree of southeastern Asia having edible oval fruit with a hard spiny rind

Từ đồng nghĩa

• durian
• durian tree
• Durio zibethinus