rose apple

American  

noun

1. any of various tropical trees belonging to the genus Syzygium, of the myrtle family, especially S. jambos, of the East Indies, having showy, greenish-white flowers and oval, yellowish fruit.

2. the fragrant fruit of any of these trees, used in making jellies and confections.

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rose apple British  

noun

1. an ornamental myrtaceous tree, Syzygium jambos , of the East Indies, cultivated in the tropics for its edible fruit

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Etymology

Origin of rose apple

First recorded in 1620–30

Example Sentences

The book, representing three years work, comes in a large format that includes a print of the Hidden Rose apple; a smaller, less expensive version of the book does not.

From New York Times • Oct. 4, 2021