Dragon Fruit

Pronunciation: /ˈdræɡən ˌfruɪt/

Definitions of dragon fruit

noun the fruit of a cactus species indigenous to the Americas

Example Sentences

A1 Dragon fruit is a type of fruit that has red or pink skin with green scales.

A2 I tried dragon fruit for the first time and I loved its unique taste.

B1 Dragon fruit is rich in antioxidants and is good for your immune system.

B2 Some people believe that dragon fruit can help improve digestion and promote healthy skin.

C1 Dragon fruit is often used in smoothie bowls and exotic fruit salads for its vibrant color and refreshing flavor.

C2 The cultivation of dragon fruit requires specific soil conditions and careful monitoring of water and sunlight levels.

Examples of dragon fruit in a Sentence

formal Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is a tropical fruit that is rich in antioxidants.

informal I tried dragon fruit for the first time and it was surprisingly delicious!

slang Have you ever tasted dragon fruit? It's pretty lit.

figurative Her personality is like a dragon fruit - tough on the outside but sweet on the inside.

Grammatical Forms of dragon fruit

• past tense: dragon fruited
• plural: dragon fruits
• comparative: more dragon fruit
• superlative: most dragon fruit
• present tense: dragon fruits
• future tense: will dragon fruit
• perfect tense: have dragon fruited
• continuous tense: is dragon fruiting
• singular: dragon fruit
• positive degree: dragon fruit
• infinitive: to dragon fruit
• gerund: dragon fruiting
• participle: dragon fruited

Origin and Evolution of dragon fruit

First Known Use: 1870 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'dragon fruit' originated from the fruit's resemblance to a dragon's scales or the mythical creature itself.

Evolution of the word: Originally named 'pitaya' in Central America, the fruit was later referred to as 'dragon fruit' due to its exotic appearance. The term has since become widely used in English-speaking countries.