passion fruit

noun

: the edible fruit of a passionflower

especially : the small roundish purple or yellow fruit of a Brazilian passionflower (Passiflora edulis) grown commercially in warmer parts of the U.S. compare granadilla

Examples of passion fruit in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The glossy oil-gel formula cushions lips with squalane, passion fruit seed oil, and sodium hyaluronate for juicy hydration, while a hint of peppermint and menthol delivers a subtle cooling sensation that makes lips feel instantly refreshed. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 July 2026

Each is a one-inch square of mango and passion fruit fruit leather. — Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 July 2026

Lab research suggests that passion fruit may help lower oxidative stress. — Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 22 July 2026

Strawberry, orange, peach and passion fruit flavors brighten this West Coast IPA. — Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 21 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1752, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for passion fruit

• absolute
• arrowroot
• attribute
• bitterroot
• constitute
• convolute
• destitute
• disrepute
• dissolute
• execute
• institute
• involute