
Meaning of SOURSOP
Pronunciation: | | 'saûu`sâp
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WordNet Dictionary |
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- [n] large spiny tropical fruit with tart pulp related to custard apples
- [n] small tropical American tree bearing large succulent slightly acid fruit
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| Synonyms: | | Annona muricata, guanabana, prickly custard apple, soursop tree |
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| See Also: | | Annona muricata, custard apple, custard apple, custard apple tree, guanabana, prickly custard apple, soursop, soursop, soursop tree | |
Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| Definition: | | \Sour"sop`\, n. (Bot.)
The large succulent and slightly acid fruit of a small tree
({Anona muricata}) of the West Indies; also, the tree itself.
It is closely allied to the custard apple.
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