OTAHEITE APPLE
\ˈɒtɐhˌe͡ɪt ˈapə͡l], \ˈɒtɐhˌeɪt ˈapəl], \ˈɒ_t_ɐ_h_ˌeɪ_t ˈa_p_əl]\
Definitions of OTAHEITE APPLE
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The fruit of a Polynesian anacardiaceous tree (Spondias dulcis), also called vi-apple. It is rather larger than an apple, and the rind has a flavor of turpentine, but the flesh is said to taste like pineapples.
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A West Indian name for a myrtaceous tree (Jambosa Malaccensis) which bears crimson berries.
By Oddity Software
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The fruit of a Polynesian anacardiaceous tree (Spondias dulcis), also called vi-apple. It is rather larger than an apple, and the rind has a flavor of turpentine, but the flesh is said to taste like pineapples.
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A West Indian name for a myrtaceous tree (Jambosa Malaccensis) which bears crimson berries.
By Noah Webster.
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