English Explanatory Dictionary

jackalberry

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Diospyros mespiliformis, a large dioecious evergreen tree found mostly in the savannas of Africa.
  2. Its edible fruit, having a lemon-like taste and chalky consistency.

Word forms

jackalberry jackalberries

Etymology

From jackal + berry, since jackals like to eat the fruit.

Synonyms

African ebony
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