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acerolas

|a-ce-ro-las|

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/ˌæsəˈroʊləs/

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/ˌæsəˈrəʊləs/

(acerola)

vitamin-rich fruit

Base FormPlural
acerolaacerolas
Etymology
Etymology Information

'acerola' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'acerola', where 'acerola' meant 'cherry'.

Historical Evolution

'acerola' changed from the Spanish word 'acerola' and eventually became the modern English word 'acerola'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'cherry', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small, bright red fruit rich in vitamin C'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a small, bright red fruit, also known as the Barbados cherry, rich in vitamin C.

Acerolas are often used in juices and jams.

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Noun 2

the tree or shrub that bears acerola fruits, native to the West Indies and northern South America.

The acerola tree thrives in tropical climates.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/04/17 19:51