star apple
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star apple

noun

Definition of STAR APPLE

: a tropical American tree (Chrysophyllum cainito) of the sapodilla family grown in warm regions for ornament or fruit; also : its usually green to purple apple-shaped edible fruit that when cut in cross-section reveals a star-shaped pattern formed by the carpels

First Known Use of STAR APPLE

1683

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