Kiwi: meaning, definitions and examples
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kiwi
[ หkiหwi ]
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.
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
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:
๐ต๐น kiwi
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคตเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Kiwi
๐ฎ๐ฉ kiwi
๐บ๐ฆ ะบัะฒั
๐ต๐ฑ kiwi
๐ฏ๐ต ใญใฆใค
๐ซ๐ท kiwi
๐ช๐ธ kiwi
๐น๐ท kivi
๐ฐ๐ท ํค์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูููู
๐จ๐ฟ kiwi
๐ธ๐ฐ kiwi
๐จ๐ณ ็็ดๆก
๐ธ๐ฎ kivi
๐ฎ๐ธ kรญvรญ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะธะฒะธ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kiwi
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.
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