caimitillo

/kaɪmɪˈtiːjoʊ/
noun
  1. A tropical American tree (Chrysophyllum oliviforme) that produces small, edible purple fruits, also known as the satinleaf tree.
    • We planted a caimitillo near the fence because it grows well in sandy soil.
    • The caimitillo tree in the backyard is covered with ripe purple fruits.
    • The children love picking caimitillo fruits straight from the branch.
  2. The small, round, purple fruit of the caimitillo tree, which has sweet, milky flesh.
    • She made a jam from the caimitillo she harvested in the garden.
    • For dessert, we had fresh caimitillo with a sprinkle of lime juice.
    • The market sells caimitillo in small baskets during the summer.
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