actinidia

/ækˈtɪnɪdɪə/

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of flowering plants in the family Actinidiaceae, including the kiwifruit.

“The botanist studied the different species of actinidia found in the tropical region.”

2. noun

any plant of the genus Actinidia.

“The gardener carefully nurtured the actinidia to produce a healthy kiwifruit.”

Synonyms

  • Chinese gooseberry
  • kiwifruit

Antonyms

  • edible plant
  • non-fruit-bearing plant