Definitions

1. noun

A tropical tree (Artocarpus heterophyllus) native to parts of Asia and Africa, and its edible fruit which is often eaten when mature or used in various dishes when unripe.

“The jackfruit curry at the local Indian restaurant was a hit with the food bloggers.”

2. verb

To extract the edible parts of a jackfruit.

“To prepare jackfruit for a curry, you need to jackfruit the flesh from the seeds.”