noun
- A tropical tree native to India and Southeast Asia, or its fruit, which yields an oil used in cooking and cosmetics.
Usage: Also spelled 'kokum'; The fruit is sometimes used to make beverages and preserves in South Asian cuisine
Examples
- Kokam butter is a popular ingredient in traditional Indian skincare products.
- The kokam tree produces small purple fruits that are harvested for their oil.
- In coastal Indian regions, kokam juice is a refreshing summer drink.
- Kokam oil has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries.