star fruit
Definition
Noun: 1. A tropical fruit: A fruit with a distinctive shape, having five prominent longitudinal ridges that give it a star-like appearance when sliced crosswise. Its skin is thin and waxy, ranging in color from green to yellow or yellow-brown when ripe. The flesh is crisp, juicy, and translucent, with a flavor that can vary from sour to sweet.
Usage
- As a countable noun: Refers to individual fruits.
- I bought three star fruits from the market.
- This star fruit is perfectly ripe and sweet.
- As an uncountable noun: Refers to the fruit as a food substance.
- The salad is garnished with slices of star fruit.
- The juice is made from star fruit and mango.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- Botanical Context: In botanical or formal contexts, "star fruit" is synonymous with carambola, which is the name of both the fruit and the tree () it grows on.
- Carambola, commonly known as star fruit, is native to Southeast Asia.
Variants and Related Words
- Carambola (n.): The formal/botanical name for the star fruit and the tree that produces it.
- Five-corner fruit (n.): A less common regional name, also describing its shape.
Synonyms
- Carambola: The direct synonym, often used interchangeably.
Notes on Different Meanings
The term "star fruit" refers specifically to the fruit of the Averrhoa carambola tree. It is not typically used metaphorically or in idiomatic expressions. Its meaning is consistently literal, pertaining to the edible fruit.
Noun
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deeply ridged yellow-brown tropical fruit; used raw as a vegetable or in salad or when fully ripe as a dessert
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