musaceae

/mjuːzəˈsiː/ or /mjuːˈzeɪsiː/

Definitions

1. noun

a family of flowering plants, native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands, including bananas, plantains, and other edible fruits

“The Musaceae family is widely cultivated for its staple food sources.”

Synonyms

  • bananas
  • plantains

Antonyms

  • berry
  • citrus