kiwifruit
|ki-wi-fruit|
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/ˈkiːwiˌfruːt/
tropical fruit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'kiwifruit' originates from New Zealand, specifically the word 'kiwi,' where 'kiwi' referred to the native flightless bird of New Zealand.
Historical Evolution
'kiwi' was initially used to describe the bird, and the term 'kiwifruit' was later adopted to distinguish the fruit from the bird.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'kiwi' referred to the bird, but over time it evolved to include the fruit, now commonly known as 'kiwifruit.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, brown, fuzzy fruit with bright green or golden flesh and tiny black seeds, known for its sweet and tangy flavor.
I added slices of kiwifruit to the fruit salad.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/03/05 07:44