noun
- plural of ackee; a tropical fruit with a creamy, yellow flesh, native to West Africa and widely cultivated in the Caribbean
Usage: Also spelled 'ackees'; The fruit is commonly used in Caribbean cuisine, especially in Jamaica
Examples
- The market vendor sold fresh akees at the farmer's market.
- Ackee and saltfish is a traditional Jamaican breakfast dish made with akees.
- She bought several akees to prepare her family's favorite Caribbean meal.
- The akees were ripe and ready to eat when we visited the island.
- These akees have a buttery texture that works well in savory dishes.