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Meaning of rambutan
A small, hairy, red or yellow tropical fruit.
Etymology of rambutan
The word "rambutan" comes from the Malay word "rambut", meaning "hair", and the suffix "-an", which is a noun-forming suffix.
The name refers to the fruit's hairy or hairy-like appearance, with soft, fleshy spines that cover the outer skin.
The word has been used in English since the mid-19th century to refer to this specific type of fruit.
Synonyms
mangosteen
lychee
rambai
pulasan
longan
dragon fruit
passion fruit
guava
starfruit
pineapple
orange
grape
watermelon
pomegranate
kiwi
strawberry
blueberry
raspberry
blackberry
cranberry
cherry
plum
peach
apricot
nectarine
pears
apple
banana
fig
date
mango
papaya
jackfruit
durian
cherry fruit
berry
citrus
tropical fruit
exotic fruit
juicy fruit
sweet fruit
fleshy fruit
stone fruit
soft fruit
hard fruit
seedless fruit
seeded fruit
hairy fruit
spiky fruit
colorful fruit
Definitions
- A small, hairy, red or yellow tropical fruit with a single seed, native to the Malay Archipelago and now widely cultivated in other parts of Southeast Asia.
- The fruit of the rambutan tree, which is a medium-sized evergreen tree with a straight trunk and a spreading crown.
- A type of fruit that is often eaten fresh or used in jams, preserves, and other desserts.
Usage Examples
- The rambutan is a popular fruit in many parts of Southeast Asia, where it is often eaten fresh or used in traditional desserts.
- The hairy skin of the rambutan is usually red or yellow when the fruit is ripe, and the flesh is sweet and slightly sour.
- Rambutans are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and are often eaten as a healthy snack or used in salads and other dishes.