Finesentence logo

Kiwi: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿฅ
Add to dictionary

kiwi

 

[ หˆkiหwi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fruit type

Kiwi refers to a small, brown, fuzzy fruit with bright green flesh and tiny black seeds. It is known for its sweet and slightly tangy taste. Often eaten fresh, kiwis can also be used in salads, smoothies, and desserts. Their vibrant color adds a delightful visual appeal to dishes. Nutrient-rich, kiwis are a great source of vitamin C and dietary fiber.

Synonyms

Chinese gooseberry, kiwifruit

Examples of usage

  • I added kiwi to my fruit salad.
  • Kiwi is rich in vitamin C.
  • Have you tried the kiwi smoothie?
  • She loves the sweet flavor of kiwi.
Context #2 | Noun

bird species

The kiwi is a flightless bird native to New Zealand, recognized for its long beak and small body. Kiwis are nocturnal and are known for their unique, egg-laying habits, which produce some of the largest eggs in relation to body size among birds. They are a symbol of New Zealand and are often used in cultural references and national identity. Being flightless, they have adapted to ground living and are primarily insectivorous.

Synonyms

Apteryx

Examples of usage

  • The kiwi is an iconic bird in New Zealand.
  • We saw a kiwi at the wildlife sanctuary.
  • Kiwis are nocturnal and hard to spot.
  • This region is home to many endangered kiwi birds.

Translations

Translations of the word "kiwi" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น kiwi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅ€เคตเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kiwi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kiwi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั–ะฒั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kiwi

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ญใ‚ฆใ‚ค

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท kiwi

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ kiwi

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kivi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ‚ค์œ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒูŠูˆูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kiwi

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kiwi

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Œ•็Œดๆกƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kivi

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kรญvรญ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะธะฒะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ˜แƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kiwi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ kiwi

Etymology

The word 'kiwi' originally referred to the brown, flightless bird of New Zealand, which is endemic to the country. The name comes from the Maori language, where it was used to describe the bird due to its characteristic calls and appearance. With the introduction of the fruit to the international market, the kiwi fruit also adopted this name, derived from its fuzzy exterior that resembles the bird in appearance. The fruit was initially called 'Chinese gooseberry' when first marketed in the United States in the early 20th century, but it was rebranded in the 1960s to 'kiwifruit' to distinguish it and enhance its appeal, leveraging the bird's popularity. The kiwifruit is now cultivated in various regions around the world, and its association with New Zealand remains strong.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,069 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.