Pawpaw: meaning, definitions and examples

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pawpaw

 

[ หˆpษ”หpษ”ห ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

fruit, tree

The pawpaw is a fruit-bearing tree native to the eastern United States, known for its sweet and custard-like fruit. The fruit is large, greenish-yellow, and grows in clusters, maturing in late summer to early fall. It is often likened to a cross between a banana and a mango in both flavor and texture.

Synonyms

Asimina, custard apple, papaya

Examples of usage

  • I bought some ripe pawpaw from the farmer's market.
  • The pawpaw tree thrives in rich, well-drained soil.
  • Pawpaw custard is a popular dessert in some regions.
  • She made a smoothie using fresh pawpaw and yogurt.

Translations

Translations of the word "pawpaw" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น papaya

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคชเฅ€เคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Papaya

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pepaya

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐะฟะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ papaja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใƒ‘ใ‚คใƒค

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท papaye

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ papaya

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท papaya

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒŒํŒŒ์•ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุงุจุงูŠุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ papรกja

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ papรกja

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœจ็“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ papaja

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ papaya

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะฐะฟะฐะนั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒžแƒแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ papaqay

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ papaya

Etymology

The term 'pawpaw' is derived from the Spanish word 'papaya' and the native term 'papa' from the Arawakan languages of the Caribbean. The pawpaw tree (Asimina triloba) was first documented by European settlers in North America, who encountered the tree cultivated by Indigenous peoples. The fruit became a part of American folklore and cuisine, particularly in the Appalachian region, where it is often celebrated in festivals. Its unique flavor and historical significance have established the pawpaw as a significant part of American horticulture since colonial times. The name has evolved over the centuries, reflecting its complex heritage and the merging of indigenous and colonial influences.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,408, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.