Genipap

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɛnɪˌpæp/

Definitions of genipap

noun a tropical fruit-bearing tree native to the Caribbean and Central and South America, also known as Spanish lime or mamoncillo

Example Sentences

A1 Genipap is a type of fruit.

A2 I tried genipap for the first time during my vacation in Brazil.

B1 The genipap tree produces delicious fruits that are popular in South America.

B2 The juice made from genipap is refreshing and has a unique flavor.

C1 Genipap is often used in traditional medicine for its healing properties.

C2 The genipap fruit is rich in antioxidants and vitamins, making it a superfood.

Examples of genipap in a Sentence

formal The genipap tree is native to tropical regions and produces a sweet fruit used in various culinary dishes.

informal Have you ever tried genipap fruit? It's so delicious!

slang I heard that genipap fruit is the bomb!

figurative Her voice was as smooth and sweet as genipap nectar.

Grammatical Forms of genipap

• past tense: genipapped
• plural: genipaps
• comparative: more genipap
• superlative: most genipap
• present tense: genipaps
• future tense: will genipap
• perfect tense: have genipapped
• continuous tense: is genipapping
• singular: genipap
• positive degree: genipap
• infinitive: to genipap
• gerund: genipapping
• participle: genipapped

Origin and Evolution of genipap

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Tupi

Story behind the word: The word 'genipap' is derived from the Tupi word 'jenipapo' which refers to the fruit of the Genipa americana tree.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'genipap' has been used to describe both the fruit of the Genipa americana tree and the tree itself. It has also been adopted into various languages due to the spread of the Genipa americana tree to different regions.