quandong

/ˈkwɑndɔŋ/
noun
  1. A small Australian tree or its edible fruit, which has a bright red skin and a sour taste.
    • The quandong tree is known for its bright red fruit that ripens in summer.
    • We picked quandongs from the bush and made a tangy jam.
    • She added dried quandong to the dessert for a unique Australian flavor.
  2. The hard, pitted seed of the quandong fruit, often used in crafts or jewelry.
    • He carved a small whistle from a quandong nut.
    • The children collected quandong seeds to paint and string into necklaces.
    • Quandong seeds are popular for making traditional Aboriginal ornaments.
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