Definition

A long, curved fruit with a yellow skin and soft, sweet flesh inside, commonly eaten as a snack or used in desserts.

Example

I like to eat a banana for breakfast every morning.

Conversation

Did you eat that banana I left on the counter?

No, I didn’t see it there. Was it ripe?

Yeah, it was perfectly yellow and sweet.

I love a good banana like that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'banana' originates from the West African Wolof language, where it is called 'banan', meaning 'fruit'.

Memory Tip

Think of the West African word 'banan' for fruit to remember that 'banana' refers to this specific fruit.

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