nephelium

/nɛˈfɛliəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A tree genus in the family Sapindaceae, native to Southeast Asia, and its fruit.

“The nephelium tree is widely cultivated in tropical regions for its fruit and medicinal properties.”

Synonyms

  • lychee
  • rambutan

Antonyms

  • cactus
  • succulent