What does ACKEE mean?

Ackee 1. Parts of Speech

Noun

2. Definitions

A tropical fruit native to West Africa and widely cultivated in the Caribbean. The fruit is pear-shaped and bright red when ripe, with a yellow fleshy interior containing three large black seeds.

3. Pronunciations

US: /ˈæk.i/

UK: /ˈæk.i/

4. Origin and Usage

Ackee was first brought to the Caribbean from West Africa in the late 18th century. It is a popular ingredient in Caribbean cuisine, especially in Jamaica where it is the national fruit. The fruit is typically cooked and served as a vegetable, often with saltfish. The unripe fruit and seeds are toxic if consumed.

5. Synonyms

None

6. Related Words

Apple, Mango, Melon, Peach, Plant

7. Example Sentences

• She cooked ackee and saltfish for breakfast.
• The ackee tree produces fruit year-round.
• He had never tasted ackee before and was hesitant to try it.