Definition

A tropical fruit with a hairy red or yellow skin and sweet, juicy flesh inside, commonly found in Southeast Asia.

Example

I tried rambutan for the first time, and it was delicious and sweet.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a rambutan?

No, I haven't even heard of it before. What is it?

It's a tropical fruit that looks really unique, with a spiky red exterior.

That sounds interesting! I would love to taste a rambutan sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rambutan comes from the Malay word 'rambut', meaning hair, which refers to the hairy appearance of the fruit. The word 'rambutan' literally describes the fruit's distinctive hairy exterior.

Memory Tip

Picture the fruit with its 'hairy' ('rambut') exterior — that's why it's called rambutan.

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