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1. (n.) akee
a tropical tree, Blighia sapida, of the soapberry family, cultivated for the edible aril of its seeds.
Etymology: (1785–95; allegedly < Kru (language or language group of E Liberia))
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1. (noun) akee, akee tree, Blighia sapida
widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for its fragrant flowers and colorful fruits; introduced in Jamaica by William Bligh
2. (noun) ackee, akee
red pear-shaped tropical fruit with poisonous seeds; flesh is poisonous when unripe or overripe
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