sapote

A noun referring to a tropical American tree with wood similar to mahogany and sweet, egg-shaped fruit; the brown oval fruit is often used to make sherbet.

• 🌐اسم يُطلق على شجرة استوائية أمريكية من الفصيلة السبوتية، خشبها شبيه بالماهوغني وثمارها بيضاوية حلوة؛ كما يُطلق على ثمرها البني البيضاوي الذي يُستعمل غالباً في صناعة المثلجات والشراب.

1. Tropical tree C1 formal

   A tropical American tree with wood similar to mahogany and sweet, egg-shaped fruit.

   • The sapote tree grows well in warm, humid climates.
   • Its wood is often used for fine furniture.
   • Farmers cultivate sapote for both its fruit and timber.

   🌐شجرة استوائية

   المرادفات: mamey

2. Edible fruit C1 formal

   A brown, oval fruit whose flesh is used to make excellent sherbet and other desserts.

   • Sapote sherbet is a popular treat in tropical regions.
   • The fruit's creamy texture makes it ideal for smoothies.
   • You can eat sapote fresh or use it in baking.

   🌐فاكهة صالحة للأكل

   المرادفات: mamey