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dimocarpus

/ˌdaɪ.məʊˈkɑː.pəs/

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noun

/ˌdaɪ.məʊˈkɑː.pəs/C2formalscientific
  • ruНаучное существительное, обозначающее род тропических деревьев семейства сапиндовых, широко известных благодаря плодам лонган.

A scientific noun referring to a genus of tropical trees in the soapberry family, commonly known for the longan fruit.

proper noun

  1. Tropical fruit treeC1formal

    A tropical evergreen tree from the soapberry family, native to Southeast Asia, known for its sweet, edible fruit.

    ruТропическое фруктовое дерево

    • The Dimocarpus tree thrives in warm, humid climates.
    • Farmers cultivate Dimocarpus for its highly valued fruit.
    • The fruit of the Dimocarpus is often compared to lychee.

    Synonymslongan

  2. Longan fruitB2formal

    The fruit of the Dimocarpus tree, also known as longan, which has a thin brown shell and sweet, translucent flesh.

    ruЛонган

    • Dimocarpus fruit is commonly sold fresh in Asian markets.
    • She peeled a Dimocarpus and ate the juicy flesh inside.
    • Dried Dimocarpus is used in traditional desserts and teas.

    Synonymslongan