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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 ākee

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Definition of akee in the British & World English dictionary