guanabana

[ gwuh-nah-buh-nuh ]

noun

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Origin of guanabana

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From Spanish guanábana, from Taíno

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How to use guanabana in a sentence

  • The guanabana is eaten in its natural state, but serves its best purpose as a flavor for ices or cooling drinks.

    Cuba, Old and New | Albert Gardner Robinson
  • Of the same family as the chirimoya is the guanabana (Anona muricata), or sour sop, an unattractive name for so delicious a fruit.

    The Western World | W.H.G. Kingston
  • The guanabana is a green-skinned fruit with white meat, and is used chiefly for making a pleasant drink, although it can be eaten.

    Industrial Cuba | Robert P. Porter
  • Upon her return I am offered some 'refresco,' made from the juicy fruit of the guanabana.

  • I wonder; for there is something besides guanabana in the libation!