durian Syllabification: (du·ri·an)Pronunciation: /ˈdo͝orēən, -rēˌän/Definition of durian noun 1an oval spiny tropical fruit containing a creamy pulp. Despite its fetid smell, it is highly esteemed for its flavor. 2 (also durian tree) the large tree that bears the durian fruit, native to Malaysia. Durio zibethinus, family Bombacaceae Origin: late 16th century: from Malay durian, from duri 'thorn'durian in other Oxford dictionaries Definition of durian in the British & World English dictionary
