pulasan

/puˈlasan/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of Southeast Asian fruit also known as the ‘rambutan’, characterized by its hairy skin and sweet, juicy pulp.

“She picked a ripe pulasan from the tree in her backyard and enjoyed it as a snack.”

2. noun

A Southeast Asian tree species (Nephelium ramboutan-ake) that produces the pulasan fruit, commonly found in tropical forests.

“The ecologist studied the properties of the pulasan tree and its role in the local ecosystem.”

Synonyms

  • rambutan