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guava (gwä′və)

noun

  1. any of several tropical American plants (genus Psidium) of the myrtle family, esp. a tree (P. guajava) bearing a yellowish, round or pear-shaped, edible fruit
  2. the fruit, used for jelly, preserves, etc.

Etymology: Sp guayaba < Taino guayavá, prob. ult. < Tupí

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guava Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • fruit: Guava fruits are also a good source of pectin, an enzyme used in making jam as well as promoting digestion.

Noun used with modifier

  • pineapple: In England, the pineapple guava is often grown as a wall shrub.
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