akee Syllabification: (a·kee)Pronunciation: /aˈkē, ˈakē/ (also ackee)Definition of akee noun a tropical tree that is cultivated for its fruit. Native to West Africa, it has been introduced into the West Indies and elsewhere. Blighia sapida, family Sapindaceae the fruit of the akee, widely eaten as a vegetable, but which can be poisonous unless cooked. Origin: late 18th century: from Kru ākeeakee in other Oxford dictionaries Definition of akee in the British & World English dictionary
