mangue

/mɑ̃.ɡə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of tropical evergreen tree native to coastal areas of West Africa, and also a tropical fruit tree native to Central and South America, producing a sweet and juicy fruit.

“The mangue trees were abundant along the coast of Senegal.”

Synonyms

  • mangrove
  • mangrove tree

Antonyms

  • desert tree