/pəˌpɑɪ.əˈseɪsi/ pə-PAI-ə-SAY-see

Definitions

1. noun

the family of plants that includes papayas, melons, and cucumbers, characterized by flowers with three petals and three sepals, and fruits that are often large and berry-like.

“The papayaceae family is a diverse group of plants found in tropical regions.”