jackalberry

noun — 2 senses

jackalberry

noun

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

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.

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