durian

• Nom désignant un gros fruit caractéristique d'Asie du Sud-Est, à la coque dure et épineuse et à l'odeur forte, ainsi que l'arbre qui le produit.

A noun referring to a large, distinctive fruit native to Southeast Asia, known for its hard, spiny rind and strong odor, as well as the tree that produces it.

1. Durian treeB1formal

   A large tree native to Southeast Asia that produces an edible fruit with a hard, spiny rind.

   Durian (arbre)

   • The durian tree can grow up to 50 meters tall in tropical climates.
   • Farmers carefully harvest durian fruits from the tall trees.
   • Durian trees require a humid environment to thrive.

2. Durian fruitB1formalculinary

   A distinctive fruit from Southeast Asia, known for its strong smell and creamy, sweet flavor; seeds are often roasted and eaten.

   Durian (fruit)

   • Many people find the smell of durian overpowering, but love the taste.
   • Durian is often used in desserts and ice creams in Asian cuisine.
   • The roasted durian seeds are a popular snack in some regions.