noun
- Plural of eggfruit; tropical fruits with egg-shaped bodies, yellow or orange skin, and creamy flesh, native to Central and South America.
Usage: Also called canistel or yellow sapote; Commonly used in culinary contexts in tropical regions
Examples
- The market vendor displayed fresh eggfruits alongside mangoes and papayas.
- Eggfruits have a custard-like texture that makes them popular in desserts.
- She bought several eggfruits to blend into smoothies.
- The eggfruits ripened quickly in the warm tropical climate.
- Local farmers grow eggfruits for both domestic consumption and export.