akee

1. (noun) widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for its fragrant flowers and colorful fruits; introduced in Jamaica by Captain Bligh of HMS Bounty
Synonyms: Blighia sapida, akee tree
Related Words: fruit tree

2. (noun) red pear-shaped tropical fruit with poisonous seeds; flesh is poisonous when unripe or overripe
Synonyms: ackee
Related Words: edible fruit



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