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

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Add vodka, pineapple juice, orange juice, lime juice, and passion fruit syrup. John Kell, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026 Also on the menu, the Coco D’Amore, which uses the classic Malibu Coconut Rum combined with passion fruit liqueur, pineapple and fresh lime for a sweet, island vibe taste. Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026 Chefs and food developers are already experimenting with tangy ingredients like yuzu, calamansi and passion fruit alongside chili and sweet elements. Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for passion fruit

Word History

First Known Use

1752, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of passion fruit was in 1752

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“Passion fruit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/passion%20fruit. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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