water lemon
Definition
Noun: 1. The edible yellow fruit of the Jamaica honeysuckle (Passiflora laurifolia): A tropical fruit, also known as yellow granadilla or bell apple, characterized by its yellow skin, aromatic, juicy pulp, and numerous seeds.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The water lemon has a sweet and tangy flavor, perfect for juices.
- We bought some fresh water lemons from the market to make a fruit salad.
Advanced Usage
- Botanical Context: The term is used specifically for the fruit of the vine, distinguishing it from other passionfruit varieties.
- In botanical guides, the water lemon is classified under the Passifloraceae family.
Variants and Related Words
- Yellow granadilla: Another common name for the same fruit.
- Bell apple: A regional name used in some Caribbean islands.
- Jamaica honeysuckle: The name of the vine that produces the water lemon.
- Passionfruit: A broader category of fruit to which the water lemon belongs.
Synonyms
- Yellow passionfruit (in a general sense)
- Golden passionfruit
Notes on Meaning
- The term "water lemon" refers specifically to the fruit itself. It is not typically used to describe the plant or flower, nor does it refer to a citrus fruit like a lemon. The name likely derives from the fruit's juicy ("watery") interior and its aromatic qualities.
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the edible yellow fruit of the Jamaica honeysuckle
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