Definitions for carambola
ˌkær əmˈboʊ ləcaram·bo·la

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. carambola, carambola tree, Averrhoa carambolanoun

   East Indian tree bearing deeply ridged yellow-brown fruit

2. carambola, star fruitnoun

   deeply ridged yellow-brown tropical fruit; used raw as a vegetable or in salad or when fully ripe as a dessert

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. carambolanoun

   A tree species native of southern Asia, Averrhoa carambola.

2. carambolanoun

   The fruit of carambola tree, more commonly known as star fruit.

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1. Carambola

   Carambola, also known as star fruit, is the fruit of Averrhoa carambola, a species of tree native to tropical Southeast Asia. The mildly poisonous fruit is commonly consumed in parts of Brazil, Southeast Asia, South Asia, the South Pacific, Micronesia, parts of East Asia, the United States, and the Caribbean and contains the neurotoxin caramboxin. The tree is cultivated throughout tropical areas of the world.The fruit has distinctive ridges running down its sides (usually 5–6). When cut in cross-section, it resembles a star, giving it the name of star fruit. The entire fruit is edible, usually raw, and may be cooked or made into relishes, preserves, garnish, and juices.

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1. carambola

   Carambola, also known as star fruit, is a type of tropical fruit that is native to Southeast Asian countries. It is called star fruit due to its distinctive star-like shape when it's sliced. It's juicy, crunchy and offers a taste that's a unique blend of sweet and sour. This fruit is rich in antioxidants, potassium, and vitamin C. Its tree belongs to the family Oxalidaceae.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Carambolanoun

   an East Indian tree (Averrhoa Carambola), and its acid, juicy fruit; called also Coromandel gooseberry

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1. Carambola

   Carambola, also known as starfruit, is the fruit of Averrhoa carambola, a species of tree native to the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. The fruit is popular throughout Southeast Asia, the South Pacific and parts of East Asia. The tree is also cultivated throughout non-indigenous tropical areas, such as in Latin America, the Caribbean, and the southern United States. The fruit has distinctive ridges running down its sides; in cross-section, it resembles a star, hence its name. The entire fruit is edible and is usually eaten out of hand. They may also be used in cooking, and can be made into relishes, preserves, and juice drinks.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Carambola

   ka-ram′bō-la, n. the acrid pulpy fruit of a small East Indian tree, used for tarts, &c.: the tree itself.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of carambola in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of carambola in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=carambola
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Carambola
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carambola
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carambola
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=carambola
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=carambola